Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Joseph S. Stackhouse 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 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph S. Stackhouse School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Joseph S. Stackhouse School's student population of 214 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph S. Stackhouse 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
25%
34%
Black
16%
15%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph S. Stackhouse School?
214 students attend Joseph S. Stackhouse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Joseph S. Stackhouse School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph S. Stackhouse School?
Joseph S. Stackhouse School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph S. Stackhouse School offer ?
Joseph S. Stackhouse School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph S. Stackhouse School part of?
Joseph S. Stackhouse School is part of Pemberton Township School District.
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