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Hooper Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Toms River Regional School District
1517 HOOPER AVENUE, Toms River, NJ 08753
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,976 of 2,466
In Toms River
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 18
Toms River Regional School District
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Hooper Avenue Elementary School
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About Hooper Avenue Elementary School
Hooper Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toms River, NJ, part of Toms River Regional School District. Hooper Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hooper Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,976 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Hooper Avenue Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Hooper Avenue Elementary School — Students at Hooper Avenue Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
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
↓ 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: 5.9/10.
How Hooper Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Hooper Avenue 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
1517 HOOPER AVENUE, Toms River, NJ 08753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hooper Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Dover Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedar Grove Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Washington Street Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Toms River, see our Toms River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,648
Median Home Value
$377,200
Median Rent
$1,742/mo
Population
64,788
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
42
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| Berkley Street School New Milford, NJ | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hooper Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Hooper Avenue Elementary School serve?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hooper Avenue Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hooper Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,976 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hooper Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hooper Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hooper Avenue Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hooper Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hooper Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hooper Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hooper Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hooper Avenue Elementary School?
17.2% of students at Hooper Avenue 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (732) 505-5850
Resources & Links
District
Toms River Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 14,654
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,053
- District Rank
- #8 of 18
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