Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Van Holten Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Holten Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Van Holten Primary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Mascot
Husky
School Rankings
Van Holten Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Holten Primary School is 0.62, 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
#428 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
57%
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
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Holten Primary School's ranking?
Van Holten Primary School is ranked #428 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Van Holten Primary School often compared to?
Van Holten Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milltown Primary School, Crim Primary School, Hamilton Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Van Holten Primary School?
300 students attend Van Holten Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Van Holten Primary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Holten Primary School?
Van Holten Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Holten Primary School offer ?
Van Holten Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Holten Primary School part of?
Van Holten Primary School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
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