Serving 499 students in grades 5-6, Somerset 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset School's student population of 499 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Caring, Appreciation, Respect, Determination
School Rankings
Somerset 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 Somerset School is 0.46, 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
#1908 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
71%
34%
Black
17%
14%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset School's ranking?
Somerset School is ranked #1908 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Somerset School?
499 students attend Somerset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Somerset School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset School?
Somerset School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Somerset School offer ?
Somerset School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset School part of?
Somerset School is part of North Plainfield School District.
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