Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salt Brook 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 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salt Brook School's student population of 592 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Salt Brook 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 Salt Brook 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
#64 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
55%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Brook School's ranking?
Salt Brook School is ranked #64 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Salt Brook School often compared to?
Salt Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen W. Roberts School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Salt Brook School?
592 students attend Salt Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Salt Brook School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salt Brook School?
Salt Brook School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salt Brook School offer ?
Salt Brook School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salt Brook School part of?
Salt Brook School is part of New Providence School District.
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