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#877 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 36% in state

Lanes Mill Elementary School

Elementary School · Brick Township Public School District

1891 LANES MILL RD, Brick, NJ 08724

Enrollment

575

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#877 of 2,466

In Brick

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

Brick Township Public School District

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lanes Mill Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Brick · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Brick Township Memorial High School

5.1/10

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6.4/10

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About Lanes Mill Elementary School

Lanes Mill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brick, NJ, part of Brick Township Public School District. Lanes Mill Elementary School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Lanes Mill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #877 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lanes Mill Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Lanes Mill Elementary School — Students at Lanes Mill Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
37.6%
ELA
37.9%
2025
Math
42.4%
ELA
44.4%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Lanes Mill Elementary School Compares

See how Lanes Mill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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

1891 LANES MILL RD, Brick, NJ 08724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lanes Mill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Piner Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Veterans Memorial Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ramtown Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Howell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brick, see our Brick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 0.3 mi 5.1
Ramtown Elementary School Howell 1.4 mi 6.4
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 1.5 mi 6.4
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 1.4 mi 5.5
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 1.5 mi 6.7
Howell Township Middle School South Howell 1.6 mi 8.0
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 1.8 mi 6.3
Greenville Elementary School Howell 1.7 mi 5.4
TIFERES CHAYA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood 1.8 mi 5.0
YESHIVA YAAROS DEVASH Lakewood 1.8 mi 5.4
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.2 mi
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.2 mi 4.4
YESHIVA TORAS YISROEL INC Lakewood 1.8 mi 4.9
MACHZIKEI HADAS Lakewood 1.9 mi 4.5
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center Brick 2.4 mi 6.3
Piner Elementary School Lakewood 2.0 mi 8.0
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER - MONMOUTH Howell 2.3 mi 7.1
SHALVA HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood 2.6 mi
OROS BAIS YAKOV Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.6
NEEMAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,771

Median Home Value

$364,700

Median Rent

$1,767/mo

Population

41,573

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lanes Mill Elementary School

What grades does Lanes Mill Elementary School serve?

Lanes Mill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lanes Mill Elementary School?

Lanes Mill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lanes Mill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lanes Mill Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lanes Mill Elementary School rank in NJ?

Lanes Mill Elementary School ranks #877 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lanes Mill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lanes Mill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Lanes Mill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lanes Mill Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lanes Mill Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lanes Mill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lanes Mill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lanes Mill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lanes Mill Elementary School?

34.4% of students at Lanes Mill 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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