Serving 885 students in grades 5-6, Hartford Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartford Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hartford Upper Elementary School's student population of 885 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
Hartford Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartford Upper Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#824 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
17%
15%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartford Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hartford Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Hartford Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moorestown Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School?
885 students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hartford Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartford Upper Elementary School?
Hartford Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hartford Upper Elementary School offer ?
Hartford Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartford Upper Elementary School part of?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
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