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Adelphia Elementary School

Elementary School · Howell Township Public School District

495 ADELPHIA ROAD, Freehold, NJ 07728

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,649 of 2,466

In Freehold

#13 of 15

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

Howell Township Public School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Adelphia Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Freehold · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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6.1/10

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About Adelphia Elementary School

Adelphia Elementary School is a public elementary school in Freehold, NJ, part of Howell Township Public School District. Adelphia Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Adelphia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,649 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Adelphia Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-3.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2014
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2014 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2014 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2014 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2014 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,438
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Adelphia Elementary School — Students at Adelphia Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2013-14)

Math Proficiency 86.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2014)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2014)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Adelphia Elementary School Compares

See how Adelphia Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

495 ADELPHIA ROAD, Freehold, NJ 07728

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Adelphia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laura Donovan School (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aldrich Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Howell), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Freehold, see our Freehold schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Memorial Elementary School Freehold 0.1 mi 8.7
Ardena Elementary School Farmingdale 0.7 mi 6.1
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School Farmingdale 1.1 mi 5.3
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Freehold 2.5 mi 6.8
Land O'Pines Elementary School Howell 2.6 mi 5.0
Howell Township Middle School North Farmingdale 2.3 mi 7.9
Howell High School Farmingdale 2.6 mi 4.6
Farmingdale Elementary Farmingdale 2.7 mi 4.5
Newbury Elementary School Howell 3.6 mi 5.0
Taunton Elementary School Howell 4.0 mi 4.5
Dwight D. Eisenhower School Freehold 4.0 mi 6.6
Joseph J Catena School Freehold 4.0 mi 6.1
Marshall W. Errickson School Freehold 3.2 mi 6.6
Monmouth County Career Center Freehold 4.1 mi
Aldrich Elementary School Howell 4.2 mi 7.2
Biotechnology High School Freehold 4.1 mi 8.9
Freehold Township High School Freehold Twp 3.4 mi 5.5
Laura Donovan School Freehold 3.8 mi 8.8
Colts Neck High School Colts Neck 4.8 mi 6.0
Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School Jackson 4.7 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07728 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,042

Median Home Value

$490,000

Median Rent

$1,941/mo

Population

56,623

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Adelphia Elementary School

What grades does Adelphia Elementary School serve?

Adelphia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Adelphia Elementary School?

Adelphia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Adelphia Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Adelphia Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Adelphia Elementary School rank in NJ?

Adelphia Elementary School ranks #1,649 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Adelphia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Adelphia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Adelphia Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Adelphia Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).

Is Adelphia Elementary School a charter school?

No, Adelphia Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Adelphia Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Adelphia Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adelphia Elementary School?

22.5% of students at Adelphia Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

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