Very Good
#526 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 21% in state
Based on limited data
John Hydock Elementary School
Elementary School · Mansfield Township School District
19 LOCUST AVE, Columbus, NJ 08022
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#526 of 2,466
In Columbus
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Mansfield Township School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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John Hydock Elementary School
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About John Hydock Elementary School
John Hydock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, NJ, part of Mansfield Township School District. John Hydock Elementary School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Hydock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #526 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, John Hydock Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John Hydock Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How John Hydock Elementary School Compares
See how John Hydock Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
19 LOCUST AVE, Columbus, NJ 08022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Hydock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mansfield Township Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mac Farland Intermediate (rated 7.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Bordentown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eastampton Township Community School (rated 7.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Eastampton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,558
Median Home Value
$394,900
Median Rent
$1,971/mo
Population
9,349
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
96.8%
Avg Commute
39.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
49.2
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ | 7.7 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville, NJ | 7.7 |
| CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL Somerset, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ | 7.7 |
| Conover Road Primary School Colts Neck, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Hydock Elementary School
What grades does John Hydock Elementary School serve?
John Hydock Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend John Hydock Elementary School?
John Hydock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Hydock Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Hydock Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Hydock Elementary School rank in NJ?
John Hydock Elementary School ranks #526 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is John Hydock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Hydock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Hydock Elementary School a charter school?
No, John Hydock Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Hydock Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John Hydock Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Hydock Elementary School?
9.7% of students at John Hydock Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (609) 298-0308
Resources & Links
District
Mansfield Township School District- District Enrollment
- 549
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,181
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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