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Cedar Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Lacey Township School District

220 WESTERN BLVD, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,855 of 2,466

In Lanoka Harbor

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Lacey Township School District

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Cedar Creek Elementary School

5.3/10

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

Mill Pond Elementary School

3.3/10

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Lacey Township High School

4.0/10

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About Cedar Creek Elementary School

Cedar Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lanoka Harbor, NJ, part of Lacey Township School District. Cedar Creek Elementary School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,855 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Creek Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,015
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Cedar Creek Elementary School — Students at Cedar Creek Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
47.1%
ELA
49.8%
2025
Math
43%
ELA
53.3%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Cedar Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
25th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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

220 WESTERN BLVD, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cedar Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lanoka Harbor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Beach Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Pine Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayville Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Bayville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lanoka Harbor, see our Lanoka Harbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mill Pond Elementary School Lanoka Harbor 0.1 mi 3.3
Lacey Township High School Lanoka Harbor 0.6 mi 4.0
Lacey Township Middle School Forked River 0.8 mi 7.0
Lanoka Harbor Elementary School Lanoka Harbor 0.7 mi 7.4
Central Regional High School Bayville 1.5 mi 3.3
THE EDUCATION ACADEMY Lanoka Harbor 1.4 mi 6.0
Central Regional Middle School Bayville 1.5 mi 6.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Forked River 1.7 mi
Forked River Elementary School Forked River 1.9 mi 6.0
Clara B. Worth Elementary School Bayville 2.3 mi 5.1
Toms River Intermediate School South Beachwood 3.2 mi 5.8
Berkeley Township Elementary School Bayville 3.0 mi 6.3
Beachwood Elementary School Beachwood 3.7 mi 5.1
Bayville Elementary School Bayville 3.9 mi 6.5
OCEAN ACADEMY Bayville 4.2 mi 7.3
Pine Beach Elementary School Pine Beach 4.7 mi 7.0
H & M Potter School Bayville 4.2 mi 6.0
South Toms River Elementary School South Toms River 5.0 mi 4.1
Ocean Gate Elementary School Ocean Gate 4.8 mi 4.5
Frederic A. Priff Elementary School Waretown 5.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,033

Median Home Value

$387,300

Median Rent

$1,504/mo

Population

8,028

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

94.8%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

1.4%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cedar Creek Elementary School

What grades does Cedar Creek Elementary School serve?

Cedar Creek Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Cedar Creek Elementary School?

Cedar Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cedar Creek Elementary School rank in NJ?

Cedar Creek Elementary School ranks #1,855 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Cedar Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Cedar Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Creek Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cedar Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Cedar Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

21.4% of students at Cedar Creek 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

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