Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Freehold School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than 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 26% 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-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Freehold School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Freehold School's student population of 404 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Freehold 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 West Freehold School is 0.43, 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
#619 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
13%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
74%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Freehold School's ranking?
West Freehold School is ranked #619 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Freehold School often compared to?
West Freehold Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Donovan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Freehold School?
404 students attend West Freehold School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Freehold School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Freehold School?
West Freehold School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Freehold School offer ?
West Freehold School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Freehold School part of?
West Freehold School is part of Freehold Township School District.
In what neighborhood is West Freehold School located?
West Freehold School is located in the West Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in West Freehold.
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