Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Robert L. Craig School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L. Craig School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert L. Craig School's student population of 360 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert L. Craig School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert L. Craig School is 0.60, 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
#653 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
54%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
32%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Robert L. Craig School's ranking?
Robert L. Craig School is ranked #653 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Robert L. Craig School often compared to?
Robert L. Craig Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert L. Craig School?
360 students attend Robert L. Craig School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Robert L. Craig School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L. Craig School?
Robert L. Craig School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert L. Craig School offer ?
Robert L. Craig School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Robert L. Craig School part of?
Robert L. Craig School is part of Moonachie School District.
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