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Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School

Elementary School · Sayreville School District

601 ERNSTON ROAD, Parlin, NJ 08859

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,573 of 2,466

In Parlin

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Sayreville School District

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Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Parlin · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School

Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parlin, NJ, part of Sayreville School District. Dwight D.

Eisenhower Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,573 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,911
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School — Students at Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
62%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
59.9%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
56.2%
ELA
41.4%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Compares

See how Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
36th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

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

601 ERNSTON ROAD, Parlin, NJ 08859

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ravine Drive Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Matawan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harry S. Truman Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emma Arleth Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parlin, see our Parlin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Project Before at Selover School South Amboy 0.8 mi 5.3
Samsel Upper Elementary School Parlin 0.8 mi 6.6
South Amboy Elementary South Amboy 1.5 mi 5.9
South Amboy Middle/High School South Amboy 1.5 mi 3.9
Emma Arleth Elementary School Parlin 1.3 mi 7.9
Madison Park Elementary School Parlin 1.4 mi 6.8
Harry S. Truman Elementary School Parlin 1.6 mi 8.3
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF PARLIN Parlin 1.5 mi
Sayreville War Memorial High School Parlin 1.8 mi 4.5
Cheesequake School Matawan 2.3 mi 5.3
Sayreville Middle School Parlin 2.0 mi 5.9
Memorial Elementary School Laurence Harbor 2.1 mi 6.8
Center for Lifelong Learning Parlin 2.2 mi 3.3
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School Perth Amboy 3.0 mi 7.1
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School Cliffwood Beach 2.5 mi 6.0
William C. McGinnis Middle School Perth Amboy 3.4 mi 5.2
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy 3.6 mi 7.2
James A. McDivitt Elementary School Old Bridge 3.6 mi 6.2
Ravine Drive Elementary School Matawan 3.3 mi 8.5
GODDARD SCHOOL OF OLD BRIDGE Matawan 3.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08859 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,593

Median Home Value

$407,100

Median Rent

$1,625/mo

Population

24,284

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School

What grades does Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School serve?

Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?

Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School rank in NJ?

Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School ranks #1,573 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?

39.7% of students at Dwight D. Eisenhower 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

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