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Emma Havens Young Elementary School

Elementary School · Brick Township Public School District

43 DRUM POINT RD, Brick, NJ 08723

Enrollment

833

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,353 of 2,466

In Brick

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

Brick Township Public School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Emma Havens Young Elementary School

6.2/10

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

Drum Point Road Elementary School

7.1/10

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6.3/10

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About Emma Havens Young Elementary School

Emma Havens Young Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brick, NJ, part of Brick Township Public School District. Emma Havens Young Elementary School serves approximately 833 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma Havens Young Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,353 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Emma Havens Young Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Emma Havens Young Elementary School — Students at Emma Havens Young Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.5% (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
69%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
36.4%
ELA
34.8%
2025
Math
40.6%
ELA
36.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Emma Havens Young Elementary School Compares

See how Emma Havens Young Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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

43 DRUM POINT RD, Brick, NJ 08723

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emma Havens Young Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Drum Point Road Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Brick Town), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Veterans Memorial Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Midstreams Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Brick Town), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brick, see our Brick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Drum Point Road Elementary School Brick Town 0.1 mi 7.1
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 0.8 mi 6.3
Lake Riviera Middle School Brick 1.5 mi 7.5
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center Brick 1.8 mi 6.3
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.2 mi 4.4
Silver Bay Elementary School Toms River 2.5 mi 4.0
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.3 mi
OROS BAIS YAKOV Lakewood 2.4 mi 5.6
NEEMAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.4 mi 5.6
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 2.7 mi 6.3
SHALVA HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.6 mi
OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy Toms River 2.7 mi 6.6
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 2.9 mi 6.4
LEHMANN SCHOOL & TECH ED CENTER Lakewood 2.4 mi
Midstreams Elementary School Brick Town 2.6 mi 6.4
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 3.0 mi 6.7
MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 3.0 mi 4.5
LAKEWOOD CHEDER SCHOOL BOYS Lakewood 3.0 mi 4.3
LAKEWOOD CHEDER SCHOOL Lakewood 3.0 mi 4.5
CHEDVAS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,953

Median Home Value

$374,400

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

32,033

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emma Havens Young Elementary School

What grades does Emma Havens Young Elementary School serve?

Emma Havens Young Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Emma Havens Young Elementary School?

Emma Havens Young Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 833 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma Havens Young Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emma Havens Young Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emma Havens Young Elementary School rank in NJ?

Emma Havens Young Elementary School ranks #1,353 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Emma Havens Young Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emma Havens Young Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Emma Havens Young Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emma Havens Young Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Emma Havens Young Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Emma Havens Young Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Emma Havens Young Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emma Havens Young Elementary School?

46.2% of students at Emma Havens Young 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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