Excellent
#181 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 7% in state
Harmony Elementary School
Elementary School · Middletown Township Public School District
100 Murphy Road, New Monmouth, NJ 07748
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#181 of 2,466
In district
#5 of 16
Middletown Township Public School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Harmony Elementary School
Elementary School in New Monmouth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harmony Elementary School
Harmony Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Monmouth, NJ, part of Middletown Township Public School District. Harmony Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Harmony Elementary School — Students at Harmony Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.2%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Harmony Elementary School Compares
See how Harmony Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Murphy Road, New Monmouth, NJ 07748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nut Swamp Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Middletown), with a very similar rating. Another option is Middle Road School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Hazlet), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bayview Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Belford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Monmouth, see our New Monmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thorne Middle School Port Monmouth | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| MATER DEL PREP HIGH SCHOOL Middletown | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| New Monmouth Elementary School Middletown | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Middletown Village Elementary School Middletown | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL New Monmouth | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Ocean Avenue Elementary School North Middletown | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Joseph R. Bolger Middle School Keansburg | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Keansburg High School Keansburg | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Keansburg Early Learning Center Keansburg | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Middletown High School North Middletown | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Joseph C. Caruso School Keansburg | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Lillian Drive School Hazlet | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Raritan High School Hazlet | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet | 1.7 mi | — |
| Bayview Elementary School Belford | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hazlet Middle School Hazlet | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Middle Road School Hazlet | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Thompson Middle School Middletown | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Nut Swamp Elementary School Middletown | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Cove Road School Hazlet | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,488
Median Home Value
$568,000
Median Rent
$1,483/mo
Population
28,288
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
| Arthur Stanlick Elementary School Wharton, NJ | 8.5 |
| Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education Union City, NJ | 8.5 |
| Julia A. Barnes School Jersey City, NJ | 8.5 |
| Kirby's Mill Elementary School Medford, NJ | 8.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park, NJ | 8.5 |
| Millstone Township Elementary School Clarksburg, NJ | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony Elementary School
What grades does Harmony Elementary School serve?
Harmony Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harmony Elementary School?
Harmony Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harmony Elementary School rank in NJ?
Harmony Elementary School ranks #181 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Harmony Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Harmony Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Harmony Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harmony Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harmony Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harmony Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Elementary School?
13.2% of students at Harmony 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
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (732) 671-2111
Resources & Links
District
Middletown Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 8,895
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,776
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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