Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Cape May Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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West Cape May Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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West Cape May Elementary School's student population of 82 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
West Cape May Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Cape May Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#592 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
1%
14%
White
76%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is West Cape May Elementary School's ranking?
West Cape May Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Cape May Elementary School often compared to?
West Cape May Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape May City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Cape May Elementary School?
82 students attend West Cape May Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Cape May Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Cape May Elementary School?
West Cape May Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Cape May Elementary School offer ?
West Cape May Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Cape May Elementary School part of?
West Cape May Elementary School is part of West Cape May School District.
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