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#89 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Fairview Elementary School

Elementary School · Middletown Township Public School District

230 COOPER ROAD, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#89 of 2,466

In Red Bank

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 16

Middletown Township Public School District

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Fairview Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Red Bank · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.4/10

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8.2/10

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About Fairview Elementary School

Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Red Bank, NJ, part of Middletown Township Public School District. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+31.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.9 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,776
Chronic Absenteeism6%

Fairview Elementary School — Students at Fairview Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
74.4%
ELA
63.5%
2025
Math
79.3%
ELA
69.8%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Fairview Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

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

230 COOPER ROAD, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Plaza Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nut Swamp Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Red Bank Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Red Bank, see our Red Bank schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
River Plaza Elementary School Red Bank 1.2 mi 9.4
Red Bank Charter School Red Bank 1.8 mi 8.2
Red Bank Primary School Red Bank 2.0 mi 5.5
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank 1.9 mi 4.3
MOUNTAIN HILL SCHOOL Atlantic Highlands 1.9 mi
Middletown High School North Middletown 2.2 mi 7.3
Red Bank Middle School Red Bank 2.1 mi 7.8
Nut Swamp Elementary School Middletown 1.8 mi 8.7
Middletown High School South Middletown 2.0 mi 8.1
Thompson Middle School Middletown 1.9 mi 8.8
OAKWOOD SCHOOL Tinton Falls 2.6 mi
TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank 2.4 mi
Bayview Elementary School Belford 2.8 mi 8.2
VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury 2.7 mi 5.5
New Monmouth Elementary School Middletown 2.8 mi 5.3
Knollwood School Fair Haven 2.4 mi 7.1
GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls 3.0 mi
ST MARY SCHOOL New Monmouth 3.0 mi 5.3
Leonardo Elementary School Leonardo 3.0 mi 8.2
Swimming River School Tinton Falls 3.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,630

Median Home Value

$551,500

Median Rent

$1,971/mo

Population

24,544

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairview Elementary School

What grades does Fairview Elementary School serve?

Fairview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?

Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fairview Elementary School rank in NJ?

Fairview Elementary School ranks #89 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Fairview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fairview Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Fairview Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

7.7% of students at Fairview 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

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