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Lavallette Elementary School
Elementary School · Lavallette Borough School District
105 Brooklyn Ave., Lavallette, NJ 08735
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,655 of 2,466
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Lavallette Elementary School
Lavallette Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lavallette, NJ, part of Lavallette Borough School District. Lavallette Elementary School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lavallette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,655 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Lavallette Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, Lavallette Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Lavallette Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lavallette Elementary School — Students at Lavallette Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 52 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: 4.8/10.
How Lavallette Elementary School Compares
See how Lavallette Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
105 Brooklyn Ave., Lavallette, NJ 08735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lavallette Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bay Head Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Bay Head), which scores notably higher. Another option is Island Heights Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Island Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Point Pleasant), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lavallette, see our Lavallette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,265
Median Home Value
$865,200
Population
3,435
College Educated
50.3%
Homeownership
83.5%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
62.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lavallette Elementary School
What grades does Lavallette Elementary School serve?
Lavallette Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lavallette Elementary School?
Lavallette Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lavallette Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lavallette Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lavallette Elementary School rank in NJ?
Lavallette Elementary School ranks #1,655 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lavallette Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lavallette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Lavallette Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lavallette Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lavallette Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lavallette Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lavallette Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lavallette Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lavallette Elementary School?
12.5% of students at Lavallette 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (732) 793-7722
Resources & Links
District
Lavallette Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 161
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,665
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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