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#521 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Keyport Central School

Elementary School · Keyport School District

335 BROAD STREET, Keyport, NJ 07735

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#521 of 2,466

In Keyport

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Keyport School District

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Keyport Central School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Keyport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Keyport Central School

Keyport Central School is a public elementary school in Keyport, NJ, part of Keyport School District. Keyport Central School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Keyport Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #521 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Keyport Central School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Keyport Central School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,947
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Keyport Central School — Students at Keyport Central School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
39.8%
ELA
48.4%
2025
Math
45.6%
ELA
49.6%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Keyport Central School Compares

See how Keyport Central School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

335 BROAD STREET, Keyport, NJ 07735

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keyport Central School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middle Road School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hazlet), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cambridge Park Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cliffwood Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cliffwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Keyport, see our Keyport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Keyport High School Keyport 0.1 mi 4.1
Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Hazlet 0.7 mi 4.8
Beers Street School Hazlet 1.0 mi 6.2
Raritan Valley School Hazlet 1.2 mi 5.4
HOLMDEL PRESCHOOL CENTER Holmdel 1.4 mi
Cove Road School Hazlet 1.2 mi 5.4
Indian Hill School Holmdel 1.7 mi 7.1
Memorial School Union Beach 1.5 mi 7.2
Middle Road School Hazlet 1.5 mi 8.6
Strathmore Elementary School Aberdeen 2.0 mi 7.0
Matawan Regional High School Aberdeen 1.9 mi 6.2
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School Cliffwood 1.8 mi 7.9
Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood 1.8 mi 7.6
Hazlet Middle School Hazlet 1.8 mi 7.7
Lloyd Road Elementary School Aberdeen 2.2 mi 5.2
Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen 2.4 mi 7.7
HOME AWAY HOME ACADEMY Aberdeen 2.8 mi
Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet 2.4 mi
Leroy Gordon Cooper Elementary School Cliffwood Beach 2.5 mi 6.0
Raritan High School Hazlet 2.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,760

Median Home Value

$384,700

Median Rent

$1,520/mo

Population

19,203

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

43.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Abington Avenue School Newark, NJ 7.7
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Charles H. Bullock School Montclair, NJ 7.7
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City, NJ 7.7
Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ 7.7
Hamilton Primary School Bridgewater, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keyport Central School

What grades does Keyport Central School serve?

Keyport Central School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Keyport Central School?

Keyport Central School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keyport Central School?

The student-teacher ratio at Keyport Central School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keyport Central School rank in NJ?

Keyport Central School ranks #521 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Keyport Central School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keyport Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Keyport Central School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keyport Central School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Keyport Central School a charter school?

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

Is Keyport Central School a Title I school?

No, Keyport Central School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keyport Central School?

54.9% of students at Keyport Central 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

Keyport School District
District Enrollment
1,004
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,947
District Rank
#1 of 2

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