Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Woodfern Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodfern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodfern Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
If there is acceptance, There will be companionship...
School Mascot
Roadrunners
School Rankings
Woodfern Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodfern Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#297 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodfern Elementary School's ranking?
Woodfern Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Woodfern Elementary School often compared to?
Woodfern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triangle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Woodfern Elementary School?
313 students attend Woodfern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Woodfern Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodfern Elementary School?
Woodfern Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodfern Elementary School offer ?
Woodfern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodfern Elementary School part of?
Woodfern Elementary School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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