Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lanoka Harbor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lanoka Harbor Elementary 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 Lanoka Harbor Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#656 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
13%
33%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanoka Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School is ranked #656 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lanoka Harbor Elementary School often compared to?
Lanoka Harbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lanoka Harbor Elementary School?
443 students attend Lanoka Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lanoka Harbor Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lanoka Harbor Elementary School?
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lanoka Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Lanoka Harbor Elementary School part of?
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School is part of Lacey Township School District.
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