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Cove Road School

Middle School · Hazlet Township Public School District

8 COVE ROAD, Hazlet, NJ 07730

Enrollment

169

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,820 of 2,466

In Hazlet

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Hazlet Township Public School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

Middle School in Hazlet · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cove Road School

Cove Road School is a public middle school in Hazlet, NJ, part of Hazlet Township Public School District. Cove Road School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cove Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,820 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Cove Road School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 169 students, Cove Road School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Cove Road School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,965
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Cove Road School — Students at Cove Road School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
80%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
43.4%
ELA
66.8%
2025
Math
37.6%
ELA
63.6%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Cove Road School Compares

See how Cove Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
26th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

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

8 COVE ROAD, Hazlet, NJ 07730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cove Road School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. William R. Satz School (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Holmdel), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hazlet Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Hill School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Holmdel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazlet, see our Hazlet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Middle Road School Hazlet 0.4 mi 8.6
Memorial School Union Beach 0.7 mi 7.2
Hazlet Middle School Hazlet 0.6 mi 7.7
Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Hazlet 0.8 mi 4.8
Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet 1.2 mi
Keyport High School Keyport 1.2 mi 4.1
Raritan High School Hazlet 1.2 mi 5.4
Keyport Central School Keyport 1.2 mi 7.7
Lillian Drive School Hazlet 1.3 mi 3.7
Indian Hill School Holmdel 1.9 mi 7.1
Beers Street School Hazlet 1.7 mi 6.2
HOLMDEL PRESCHOOL CENTER Holmdel 1.9 mi
Raritan Valley School Hazlet 2.0 mi 5.4
Joseph C. Caruso School Keansburg 2.3 mi 5.3
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School Keansburg 2.4 mi 3.3
William R. Satz School Holmdel 3.3 mi 9.0
Holmdel High School Holmdel 3.3 mi 6.5
Strathmore Elementary School Aberdeen 2.8 mi 7.0
Keansburg High School Keansburg 2.7 mi 5.1
Keansburg Early Learning Center Keansburg 2.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,276

Median Home Value

$452,500

Median Rent

$1,149/mo

Population

17,193

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

89.8%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

46

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Paulsboro Junior High School Paulsboro, NJ 5.2
Sussex County Technology Charter School Sparta, NJ 5.1
Morgan Village Middle School Camden, NJ 4.9
Walter T. Bergen Middle School Bloomingdale, NJ 5.9
Memorial Middle School Eatontown, NJ 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cove Road School

What grades does Cove Road School serve?

Cove Road School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Cove Road School?

Cove Road School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cove Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cove Road School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cove Road School rank in NJ?

Cove Road School ranks #1,820 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Cove Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cove Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Cove Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cove Road School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cove Road School a charter school?

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

Is Cove Road School a Title I school?

No, Cove Road School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cove Road School?

25.4% of students at Cove Road 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

District

Hazlet Township Public School District
District Enrollment
2,724
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,965
District Rank
#5 of 8

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