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#1276 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Deane-porter Elementary School
Elementary School · Rumson Borough School District
50 BLACKPOINT ROAD, Rumson, NJ 07760
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,276 of 2,466
In Rumson
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Rumson Borough School District
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Deane-porter Elementary School
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About Deane-porter Elementary School
Deane-porter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rumson, NJ, part of Rumson Borough School District. Deane-porter Elementary School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Deane-porter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,276 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Deane-porter Elementary School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Deane-porter Elementary School — Students at Deane-porter Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How Deane-porter Elementary School Compares
See how Deane-porter Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 BLACKPOINT ROAD, Rumson, NJ 07760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deane-porter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monmouth Beach Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Monmouth Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rumson, see our Rumson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$217,545
Median Home Value
$1,275,000
Median Rent
$2,108/mo
Population
9,557
College Educated
75.4%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
42.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
46.5
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| Alice Costello Elementary School Brooklawn, NJ | 6.4 |
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| Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township, NJ | 6.4 |
| Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May, NJ | 6.4 |
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| Harriet Tubman Elementary School Newark, NJ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deane-porter Elementary School
What grades does Deane-porter Elementary School serve?
Deane-porter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Deane-porter Elementary School?
Deane-porter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deane-porter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deane-porter Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deane-porter Elementary School rank in NJ?
Deane-porter Elementary School ranks #1,276 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Deane-porter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deane-porter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Deane-porter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deane-porter Elementary School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Deane-porter Elementary School a charter school?
No, Deane-porter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deane-porter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Deane-porter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.8%
- Phone
- (732) 842-0330
Resources & Links
District
Rumson Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 925
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,550
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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