Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, H & M Potter School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
H & M Potter School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
Provide each individual child with the tools needed for success in a caring and nurturing environment.
School Rankings
H & M Potter 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 H & M Potter School is 0.51, 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
#1247 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
67%
37%
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
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Berkeley Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: H.m. Potter
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H & M Potter School's ranking?
H & M Potter School is ranked #1247 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are H & M Potter School often compared to?
H & M Potter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavallette Elementary School, Walter Stillman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend H & M Potter School?
627 students attend H & M Potter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of H & M Potter School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H & M Potter School?
H & M Potter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does H & M Potter School offer ?
H & M Potter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is H & M Potter School part of?
H & M Potter School is part of Berkeley Township School District.
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