Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lawnside School District ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawnside School District ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawnside School District's student population of 333 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawnside School District ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawnside School District is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1993 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
69%
14%
White
3%
37%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawnside School District's ranking?
Lawnside School District is ranked #1993 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawnside School District often compared to?
Lawnside School Districtis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School, Avon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawnside School District?
333 students attend Lawnside School District.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lawnside School District students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawnside School District?
Lawnside School District has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawnside School District offer ?
Lawnside School District offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawnside School District part of?
Lawnside School District is part of Lawnside School District.
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