Serving 349 students in grades 4-6, North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School's student population of 349 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hanover Township Upper Elementary 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
#1097 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
27%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
54%
37%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School's ranking?
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School is ranked #1097 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School?
349 students attend North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School?
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School offer ?
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School part of?
North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School is part of North Hanover Township School District.
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