Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Demarest 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 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demarest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Demarest Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Rankings
Demarest Elementary School 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 Demarest Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1000 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
46%
35%
Black
16%
14%
White
26%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demarest Elementary School's ranking?
Demarest Elementary School is ranked #1000 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Demarest Elementary School often compared to?
Demarest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Demarest Elementary School?
482 students attend Demarest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Demarest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demarest Elementary School?
Demarest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Demarest Elementary School offer ?
Demarest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demarest Elementary School part of?
Demarest Elementary School is part of Bloomfield Township School District.
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