Below Average
#2168 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School
Elementary School · Toms River Regional School District
2050 LAKEWOOD ROAD, Toms River, NJ 08755
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,168 of 2,466
In Toms River
#10 of 15
public schools
In district
#12 of 18
Toms River Regional School District
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Joseph A. Citta Elementary School
Elementary School in Toms River · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joseph A. Citta Elementary School
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toms River, NJ, part of Toms River Regional School District. Joseph A.
Citta Elementary School serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph A. Citta Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,168 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph A. Citta Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Joseph A. Citta Elementary School — Students at Joseph A. Citta Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
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: 5.4/10.
How Joseph A. Citta Elementary School Compares
See how Joseph A. Citta 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
2050 LAKEWOOD ROAD, Toms River, NJ 08755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph A. Citta Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Academy Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR (rated 5.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toms River, see our Toms River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Academy Charter School Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| North Dover Elementary School Toms River | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MESIVTA OF EATONTOWN Lakewood | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CHEDER TIFERES YISROEL Lakewood | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA CHEMDAT HATORAH Lakewood | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS AVROHOM Lakewood | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| TIFERES CHAIM Lakewood | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Manchester Township Middle School Manchester | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Ridgeway Elementary School Manchester | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,077
Median Home Value
$379,600
Median Rent
$1,484/mo
Population
29,266
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOS BROCHA Lakewood, NJ | 4.6 |
| Bellmawr Park Elementary School Bellmawr, NJ | 4.6 |
| Burch Charter School of Excellence Irvington, NJ | 4.6 |
| Gilbert Avenue School Elmwood Park, NJ | 4.6 |
| Hopewell Crest Bridgeton, NJ | 4.6 |
| Kingston Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph A. Citta Elementary School
What grades does Joseph A. Citta Elementary School serve?
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Joseph A. Citta Elementary School?
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Citta Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Citta Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph A. Citta Elementary School rank in NJ?
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School ranks #2,168 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Joseph A. Citta Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Joseph A. Citta Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph A. Citta Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joseph A. Citta Elementary School a charter school?
No, Joseph A. Citta Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph A. Citta Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Joseph A. Citta Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph A. Citta Elementary School?
67.6% of students at Joseph A. Citta 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
- 522
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (732) 818-8550
Resources & Links
District
Toms River Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 14,654
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,053
- District Rank
- #12 of 18
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