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#728 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 30% in state

Frog Pond Elementary School

Elementary School · Little Egg Harbor Township School District

305 FROG POND ROAD, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087

Enrollment

787

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#728 of 2,466

In Little Egg Harbor

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Little Egg Harbor Township School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Frog Pond Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Little Egg Harbor · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Frog Pond Elementary School

Frog Pond Elementary School is a public elementary school in Little Egg Harbor, NJ, part of Little Egg Harbor Township School District. Frog Pond Elementary School serves approximately 787 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frog Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #728 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Frog Pond Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,708
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Frog Pond Elementary School — Students at Frog Pond Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
55%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
33.7%
ELA
39.2%
2025
Math
37.5%
ELA
44.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Frog Pond Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

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

305 FROG POND ROAD, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frog Pond Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Long Beach Island Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Ship Bottom), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tuckerton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tuckerton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beach Haven School (rated 7.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Beach Haven), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Little Egg Harbor, see our Little Egg Harbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert C. Wood Sr Early Childhood Center Little Egg Harbor 1.0 mi 5.7
George J. Mitchell Elementary School Little Egg Harbor 1.0 mi 4.8
Tuckerton Elementary School Tuckerton 2.0 mi 7.7
Pinelands Regional Jr. High School Little Egg Harbor 2.0 mi 6.1
Pinelands Regional High School Little Egg Harbor 2.1 mi 4.6
Eagleswood Elementary School West Creek 2.7 mi 5.2
ST MARY ACADEMY Manahawkin 5.5 mi 5.9
McKinley Avenue Elementary School Manahawkin 5.6 mi 4.8
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center Manahawkin 5.6 mi 4.5
Stafford Intermediate School Manahawkin 5.6 mi 6.2
Oxycocus Elementary School Manahawkin 6.3 mi 5.2
Southern Regional Middle School Manahawkin 6.6 mi 6.3
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Manahawkin 6.5 mi 5.1
Southern Regional High School Manahawkin 6.9 mi 4.7
Beach Haven School Beach Haven 6.5 mi 7.4
Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science Manahawkin 7.2 mi 8.7
Ocean Acres Elementary School Manahawkin 8.2 mi 4.6
Long Beach Island Grade School Ship Bottom 7.8 mi 8.1
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary Barnegat 9.4 mi 4.7
Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School Surf City 8.2 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,449

Median Home Value

$323,500

Median Rent

$1,760/mo

Population

25,211

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

51.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frog Pond Elementary School

What grades does Frog Pond Elementary School serve?

Frog Pond Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Frog Pond Elementary School?

Frog Pond Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 787 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frog Pond Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frog Pond 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 Frog Pond Elementary School rank in NJ?

Frog Pond Elementary School ranks #728 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Frog Pond Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frog Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Frog Pond Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frog Pond Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frog Pond Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Frog Pond Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

49.9% of students at Frog Pond 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
787
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Little Egg Harbor Township School District
District Enrollment
1,683
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,708
District Rank
#1 of 3

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