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Ranking: These are the five largest elementary schools in Cape May County

Based on Niche rankings, here’s a closer look at the largest elementary schools in the area.

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Based on Niche rankings, here’s a closer look at the largest elementary schools in the area.

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Cape May County holds a variety of elementary schools, each serving a sizable number of young students and playing a key role in their academic journey.

Niche, a trusted source for school rankings and reviews, has unveiled its 2024 list of the Largest Elementary Schools in Cape May County. This ranking highlights schools that excel in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, based on comprehensive data analysis and feedback from the school community.

The rankings consider key factors such as student diversity, state test scores, teacher quality, and overall school performance, drawing from reviews and statistics provided by students, parents, and the U.S. Department of Education

Here’s a closer look at the largest elementary schools in the area and how they measure up in terms of student population, class sizes, and academic performance.




Middle Township Elementary No. 1

With 657 students from pre-K to 2nd grade, Middle Township Elementary No. 1 provides a strong early start, maintaining an 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio. This school’s B+ grade on Niche reflects its commitment to a solid educational foundation.




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Middle Township Elementary No. 2

Serving 536 students in grades 3 through 5, Middle Township Elementary No. 2 has an 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio. With 31% of students proficient in math and 36% in reading, the school holds a B- overall on Niche.




Upper Township Primary School

Home to 493 students in pre-K through 2nd grade, Upper Township Primary School operates with a 13 to 1 student-teacher ratio. It’s rated a B on Niche, making it a key player in early education.




Carl T. Mitnick School

Carl T. Mitnick School educates 463 students in pre-K through 2nd grade with a tight 10 to 1 student-teacher ratio. Its B- rating on Niche shows it’s a solid contender in early education.




Upper Township Elementary School

Upper Township Elementary, with 437 students in grades 3 through 5, stands out for academic achievement. It boasts an impressive 62% proficiency in math and 65% in reading, supported by its 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio and a B+ Niche grade.


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