Below Average
#2305 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Green Grove Elementary School
Elementary School · Neptune Township School District
909 GREEN GROVE ROAD, Neptune, NJ 07753
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,305 of 2,466
In Neptune
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Neptune Township School District
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Green Grove Elementary School
Green Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Neptune, NJ, part of Neptune Township School District. Green Grove Elementary School serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,305 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Green Grove Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Green Grove Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Green Grove Elementary School — Students at Green Grove Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.0/10.
How Green Grove Elementary School Compares
See how Green Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
909 GREEN GROVE ROAD, Neptune, NJ 07753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wayside Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Ocean), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summerfield Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shark River Hills Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Neptune, see our Neptune schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NEW JERSEY Neptune | 0.5 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS CENTER OF MONMOUTH COUNTY Neptune | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Summerfield Elementary School Neptune | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School District Asbury Park | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Wayside Elementary School Ocean | 1.9 mi | 9.7 |
| Shark River Hills Elementary School Neptune | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| HILLEL YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLEL YESHIVA SCHOOL Ocean | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Gables Elementary School Neptune | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHROTH SCHOOL Wanamassa | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Neptune Middle School Neptune | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune | 2.0 mi | — |
| Township of Ocean Intermediate School Ocean | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Neptune High School Neptune | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson Neptune City | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ILAN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Central Elementary School Wall | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| The Shore Center Tinton Falls | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Regional Achievement Academy Tinton Falls | 3.2 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashbrook Elementary School Lumberton, NJ | 4.0 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood, NJ | 4.0 |
| Countryside Elementary School Mount Laurel, NJ | 4.0 |
| Millville Public Charter School Millville, NJ | 4.0 |
| Nicholas Oresko Community School Bayonne, NJ | 4.0 |
| Woodland Intermediate School Middlesex, NJ | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Grove Elementary School
What grades does Green Grove Elementary School serve?
Green Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Green Grove Elementary School?
Green Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Grove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Grove Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Green Grove Elementary School rank in NJ?
Green Grove Elementary School ranks #2,305 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Green Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Green Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Green Grove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Grove Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Green Grove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Green Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Green Grove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Green Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Grove Elementary School?
61.6% of students at Green Grove 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (732) 776-2200
Resources & Links
District
Neptune Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,411
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,215
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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