Serving 491 students in grades 5-8, Alexander Batcho Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Batcho Intermediate School is 0.59, 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
#1722 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
56%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
31%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Batcho Intermediate School's ranking?
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School is ranked #1722 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alexander Batcho Intermediate School?
491 students attend Alexander Batcho Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alexander Batcho Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Batcho Intermediate School?
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alexander Batcho Intermediate School offer ?
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Alexander Batcho Intermediate School part of?
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School is part of Manville School District.
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