Serving 697 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hooper Avenue 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hooper Avenue Elementary School's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hooper Avenue 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 Hooper Avenue Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#947 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
77%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hooper Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School is ranked #947 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hooper Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Hooper Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Dover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
697 students attend Hooper Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hooper Avenue Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hooper Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hooper Avenue Elementary School part of?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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