Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Viola L Sickles School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viola L Sickles School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Viola L Sickles School's student population of 464 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
Educate...Challenge...Inspire
School Rankings
Viola L Sickles School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viola L Sickles School is 0.12, 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
#54 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
3%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fair Haven School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viola L Sickles School's ranking?
Viola L Sickles School is ranked #54 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Viola L Sickles School often compared to?
Viola L Sickles Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deane-porter Elementary School, Point Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Viola L Sickles School?
464 students attend Viola L Sickles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Viola L Sickles School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viola L Sickles School?
Viola L Sickles School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Viola L Sickles School offer ?
Viola L Sickles School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Viola L Sickles School part of?
Viola L Sickles School is part of Fair Haven School District.
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