Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Dix Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Dix Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Dix Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Motto
Pursuing Excellence, One Child at a Time
School Rankings
Fort Dix 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 Fort Dix Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1104 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
18%
14%
White
42%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pemberton Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Dix Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Dix Elementary School is ranked #1104 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Fort Dix Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Dix Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour Elementary School, New Hanover Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Fort Dix Elementary School?
296 students attend Fort Dix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fort Dix Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Dix Elementary School?
Fort Dix Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort Dix Elementary School offer ?
Fort Dix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Dix Elementary School part of?
Fort Dix Elementary School is part of Pemberton Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Dix Elementary School located?
Fort Dix Elementary School is located in the Fort Dix neighborhood of Joint Base Mdl, NJ.
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