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Central Elementary School

Elementary School · Wall Township Public School District

2007 ALLENWOOD ROAD P O BOX 1199, Wall, NJ 07719

Enrollment

503

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,779 of 2,466

In Wall

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Wall Township Public School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Central Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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4.4/10

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7.6/10

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About Central Elementary School

Central Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wall, NJ, part of Wall Township Public School District. Central Elementary School serves approximately 503 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,779 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Central Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-5.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.9 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,653
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Central Elementary School — Students at Central Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.4% (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
87%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
66.1%
2025
Math
56.2%
ELA
61.8%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Central Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
28th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Location

2007 ALLENWOOD ROAD P O BOX 1199, Wall, NJ 07719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Lake Heights Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Belmar Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summerfield Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Neptune), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wall, see our Wall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Wall Primary School Wall 1.3 mi 4.4
Communications High School Wall 1.5 mi 7.6
College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School District Asbury Park 2.0 mi 5.6
Wall High School Wall 1.7 mi 7.0
Wall Intermediate School Wall 2.2 mi 8.1
Shark River Hills Elementary School Neptune 2.0 mi 7.6
Summerfield Elementary School Neptune 2.3 mi 8.1
Green Grove Elementary School Neptune 3.0 mi 4.0
Allenwood Elementary School Wall 3.0 mi 7.9
ATLANTIS PREP SCHOOL Manasquan 3.2 mi
THE BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Sea Girt 3.1 mi 5.2
CHILDRENS CENTER OF MONMOUTH COUNTY Neptune 3.4 mi 8.0
Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt 3.2 mi 6.8
Woodrow Wilson Neptune City 2.9 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NEW JERSEY Neptune 3.5 mi
West Belmar Elementary School Wall 2.8 mi 8.2
Gables Elementary School Neptune 3.1 mi 6.8
Neptune Middle School Neptune 3.2 mi 5.6
MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake 3.1 mi 4.4
Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Spring Lake Heights 3.2 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,877

Median Home Value

$628,700

Median Rent

$1,754/mo

Population

22,138

College Educated

52.6%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

45.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Blackwood Elementary School Blackwood, NJ 5.5
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Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School New Egypt, NJ 5.5
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School Camden, NJ 5.5
Garfield Elementary School Kearny, NJ 5.5
James Johnson Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Elementary School

What grades does Central Elementary School serve?

Central Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Central Elementary School?

Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 503 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Central Elementary School rank in NJ?

Central Elementary School ranks #1,779 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Central Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Central Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Central Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

11.1% of students at Central 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
503
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

Wall Township Public School District
District Enrollment
3,186
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,653
District Rank
#6 of 7

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