Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Holly Glen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holly Glen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Holly Glen Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holly Glen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Glen Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#964 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
19%
33%
Black
20%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Glen Elementary School is ranked #964 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Holly Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radix Elementary School, Oak Knoll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Holly Glen Elementary School?
505 students attend Holly Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Holly Glen Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holly Glen Elementary School?
Holly Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holly Glen Elementary School offer ?
Holly Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Holly Glen Elementary School part of?
Holly Glen Elementary School is part of Monroe Township Public School District.
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