Serving 247 students in grades 3-5, Mac Farland Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mac Farland Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mac Farland Intermediate's student population of 247 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Mac Farland Intermediate 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 Mac Farland Intermediate is 0.60, 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
#664 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
14%
34%
Black
19%
15%
White
59%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mac Farland Intermediate's ranking?
Mac Farland Intermediate is ranked #664 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mac Farland Intermediate?
247 students attend Mac Farland Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mac Farland Intermediate students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mac Farland Intermediate?
Mac Farland Intermediate has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mac Farland Intermediate offer ?
Mac Farland Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mac Farland Intermediate part of?
Mac Farland Intermediate is part of Bordentown Regional School District.
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