Below Average
#2132 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary
School · Barnegat Township School District
128 BARNEGAT BLVD, Barnegat, NJ 08005
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,132 of 2,466
In Barnegat
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Barnegat Township School District
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary
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About Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary is a public school in Barnegat, NJ, part of Barnegat Township School District. Lillian M.
Dunfee Elementary serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,132 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary 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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Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary — Students at Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary Compares
See how Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
128 BARNEGAT BLVD, Barnegat, NJ 08005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary may also want to explore other schools in the area. Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Manahawkin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ocean County Vocational Technical School Waretown Center (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Waretown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Russell O. Brackman Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barnegat, see our Barnegat schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,548
Median Home Value
$356,200
Median Rent
$1,949/mo
Population
25,936
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
52
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary
What grades does Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary serve?
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary?
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary rank in NJ?
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary ranks #2,132 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary a charter school?
No, Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary?
26.7% of students at Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.9%
- Phone
- (609) 698-5826
Resources & Links
District
Barnegat Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,665
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,241
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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