Serving 384 students in grades 4-8, Jordan Road 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 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jordan Road Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Jordan Road 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 Jordan Road Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1828 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
33%
34%
Black
18%
14%
White
39%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Road Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Road Elementary School is ranked #1828 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jordan Road Elementary School?
384 students attend Jordan Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jordan Road Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan Road Elementary School?
Jordan Road Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jordan Road Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Road Elementary School part of?
Jordan Road Elementary School is part of Somers Point School District.
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