Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kresson School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kresson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kresson School's student population of 502 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Kresson School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kresson School is 0.63, 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
#467 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
7%
15%
White
56%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Kresson School's ranking?
Kresson School is ranked #467 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kresson School often compared to?
Kresson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osage School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kresson School?
502 students attend Kresson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kresson School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kresson School?
Kresson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kresson School offer ?
Kresson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kresson School part of?
Kresson School is part of Voorhees Township School District.
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