Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Ravine Drive 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ravine Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ravine Drive Elementary School's student population of 373 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ravine Drive 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 Ravine Drive Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#471 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
17%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
66%
39%
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
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ravine Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Ravine Drive Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ravine Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Ravine Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strathmore Elementary School, Cliffwood 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ravine Drive Elementary School?
373 students attend Ravine Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ravine Drive Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ravine Drive Elementary School?
Ravine Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ravine Drive Elementary School offer ?
Ravine Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Ravine Drive Elementary School part of?
Ravine Drive Elementary School is part of Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
My daughter has learned so much at Ravine Drive. My son will be starting kindergarten this year, I''m sure he''ll learn just as much. I''m proud of my children!
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