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Gables Elementary School

Elementary School · Neptune Township School District

1 Gables Court, Neptune, NJ 07753

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,033 of 2,466

In Neptune

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Neptune Township School District

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Gables Elementary School

6.8/10

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

Neptune Middle School

5.6/10

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8.6/10

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About Gables Elementary School

Gables Elementary School is a public elementary school in Neptune, NJ, part of Neptune Township School District. Gables Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gables Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,033 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Gables Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-27.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,215
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Gables Elementary School — Students at Gables Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (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
57%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
18.3%
ELA
26.6%
2025
Math
20.6%
ELA
31.1%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Gables Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

1 Gables Court, Neptune, NJ 07753

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gables Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wanamassa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Wanamassa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Avon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summerfield Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Neptune, see our Neptune schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Neptune Middle School Neptune 0.1 mi 5.6
Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune 0.2 mi 8.6
Neptune High School Neptune 0.3 mi 3.3
LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune 0.6 mi
Woodrow Wilson Neptune City 0.6 mi 6.5
THE SISTERS ACADEMY Asbury Park 1.0 mi 6.7
Shark River Hills Elementary School Neptune 1.2 mi 7.6
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School Asbury Park 1.2 mi 4.2
Midtown Community Elementary School Neptune 1.3 mi 6.5
Summerfield Elementary School Neptune 1.3 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Asbury Park 1.4 mi 5.5
Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park 1.6 mi 5.3
Bradley Beach Elementary School Bradley Beach 1.6 mi 8.1
SCHROTH SCHOOL Wanamassa 2.0 mi 8.1
Wanamassa Elementary School Wanamassa 1.9 mi 9.3
ILAN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean 2.1 mi 6.5
Avon Elementary School Avon 1.9 mi 8.3
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Asbury Park 1.7 mi 4.6
Asbury Park High School Asbury Park 1.9 mi 3.7
Green Grove Elementary School Neptune 1.9 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,824

Median Home Value

$390,900

Median Rent

$1,740/mo

Population

37,208

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gables Elementary School

What grades does Gables Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Gables Elementary School?

Gables Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Gables Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gables Elementary School rank in NJ?

Gables Elementary School ranks #1,033 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Gables Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gables Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Gables Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gables Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Gables Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Gables Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.3% of students at Gables 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

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