Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis Lore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Lore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Francis Lore Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Francis Lore 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 Francis Lore Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1455 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
36%
14%
White
23%
37%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Francis Lore Elementary School's ranking?
Francis Lore Elementary School is ranked #1455 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Francis Lore Elementary School?
505 students attend Francis Lore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Francis Lore Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Lore Elementary School?
Francis Lore Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Francis Lore Elementary School offer ?
Francis Lore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Lore Elementary School part of?
Francis Lore Elementary School is part of Ewing Township School District.
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