Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Taunton 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taunton Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
Preparing the whole child
School Rankings
The diversity score of Taunton Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
67%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Taunton Elementary School often compared to?
Taunton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Land O'pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Taunton Elementary School?
389 students attend Taunton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Taunton Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taunton Elementary School?
Taunton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Taunton Elementary School offer ?
Taunton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taunton Elementary School part of?
Taunton Elementary School is part of Howell Township Public School District.
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