Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stony Brook Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (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 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stony Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Stony Brook Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Stony Brook Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stony Brook Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#421 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
10%

Hispanic
20%
34%

Black
2%
15%

White
65%
38%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Stony Brook Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Stony Brook Elementary School?
382 students attend Stony Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Stony Brook Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stony Brook Elementary School?
Stony Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stony Brook Elementary School offer ?
Stony Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stony Brook Elementary School part of?
Stony Brook Elementary School is part of Rockaway Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Stony Brook Elementary School located?
Stony Brook Elementary School is located in the White Meadow Lake neighborhood of Rockaway, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in White Meadow Lake.
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