Excellent
#319 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 13% in state
C. Richard Applegate School
Elementary School · Freehold Township School District
47 JEANNE BRENNAN DRIVE, Freehold, NJ 07728
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#319 of 2,466
In Freehold
#5 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Freehold Township School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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C. Richard Applegate School
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About C. Richard Applegate School
C. Richard Applegate School is a public elementary school in Freehold, NJ, part of Freehold Township School District. C.
Richard Applegate School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. C. Richard Applegate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for C. Richard Applegate School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, C. Richard Applegate School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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C. Richard Applegate School — Students at C. Richard Applegate School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.4/10.
How C. Richard Applegate School Compares
See how C. Richard Applegate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
47 JEANNE BRENNAN DRIVE, Freehold, NJ 07728
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C. Richard Applegate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Manalapan), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Laura Donovan School (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Freehold School (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Freehold, see our Freehold schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freehold Borough High School Freehold | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Lafayette Mills School Manalapan | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Freehold Learning Center Freehold | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Freehold Intermediate School Freehold | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Park Avenue Elementary School Freehold | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY Freehold | 2.4 mi | — |
| Biotechnology High School Freehold | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| West Freehold School Freehold | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Monmouth County Career Center Freehold | 2.2 mi | — |
| Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Early Childhood Learning Center Freehold | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Joseph J Catena School Freehold | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Marlboro Elementary School Marlboro | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower School Freehold | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| THE HEBREW ACADEMY Marlboro | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Laura Donovan School Freehold | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Manalapan High School Englishtown | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| TURTLE CREEK LEARNING ACADEMY Marlboro | 3.3 mi | — |
| IVY LEAGUE PRESCHOOL Manalapan | 3.1 mi | — |
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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| Dr. Paul Rafalides School Jersey City, NJ | 8.1 |
| Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School Long Valley, NJ | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C. Richard Applegate School
What grades does C. Richard Applegate School serve?
C. Richard Applegate School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend C. Richard Applegate School?
C. Richard Applegate School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C. Richard Applegate School?
The student-teacher ratio at C. Richard Applegate School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does C. Richard Applegate School rank in NJ?
C. Richard Applegate School ranks #319 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is C. Richard Applegate School's MySchoolScout rating?
C. Richard Applegate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 C. Richard Applegate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C. Richard Applegate School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is C. Richard Applegate School a charter school?
No, C. Richard Applegate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C. Richard Applegate School a Title I school?
No, C. Richard Applegate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C. Richard Applegate School?
12.7% of students at C. Richard Applegate 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (732) 431-5460
Resources & Links
District
Freehold Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,461
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,703
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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