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Asher Holmes Elementary School

Elementary School · Marlboro Township School District

48 MENZEL LANE, Morganville, NJ 07751

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,192 of 2,466

In Morganville

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Marlboro Township School District

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Asher Holmes Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Morganville · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Asher Holmes Elementary School

Asher Holmes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Morganville, NJ, part of Marlboro Township School District. Asher Holmes Elementary School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Asher Holmes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,192 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Asher Holmes Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+28.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,813
Chronic Absenteeism5.2%

Asher Holmes Elementary School — Students at Asher Holmes Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
98%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2024
Math
76.9%
ELA
75.6%
2025
Math
76.2%
ELA
70.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Asher Holmes Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

48 MENZEL LANE, Morganville, NJ 07751

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Asher Holmes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Manalapan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walter M. Schirra Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Old Bridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morganville, see our Morganville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Robertsville Elementary School Morganville 0.2 mi 8.6
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 0.5 mi
SHALOM TORAH ACADEMY Morganville 0.9 mi 6.4
Marlboro Middle School Marlboro 1.7 mi 7.6
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro 2.1 mi 7.0
Marlboro Elementary School Marlboro 2.1 mi 6.2
David C Abbott Early Learning Center Morganville 2.4 mi 6.1
Pine Brook School Manalapan 2.6 mi 7.8
Lafayette Mills School Manalapan 3.0 mi 8.8
Frank Defino Central Elementary School Marlboro 2.4 mi 6.2
Marlboro High School Marlboro 2.7 mi 5.6
YELLOW DUCK PREPARATORY Manalapan 3.0 mi
IVY LEAGUE PRESCHOOL Manalapan 3.2 mi
Virgil I. Grissom Elementary School Old Bridge 3.6 mi 8.1
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School Old Bridge 3.6 mi 8.6
THE HEBREW ACADEMY Marlboro 3.3 mi 6.9
Carl Sandburg Middle School Old Bridge 3.9 mi 8.1
TURTLE CREEK LEARNING ACADEMY Marlboro 3.3 mi
GOOD SHEPHERD CHILDRENS CENTER Old Bridge 4.0 mi
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School Old Bridge 4.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$172,576

Median Home Value

$663,100

Median Rent

$2,636/mo

Population

21,431

College Educated

64.7%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

42.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Asher Holmes Elementary School

What grades does Asher Holmes Elementary School serve?

Asher Holmes Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Asher Holmes Elementary School?

Asher Holmes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Asher Holmes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Asher Holmes Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Asher Holmes Elementary School rank in NJ?

Asher Holmes Elementary School ranks #1,192 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Asher Holmes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Asher Holmes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Asher Holmes Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Asher Holmes Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Asher Holmes Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Asher Holmes Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

8.8% of students at Asher Holmes 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.2%

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