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Marlboro Elementary School

Elementary School · Marlboro Township School District

100 SCHOOL ROAD WEST, Marlboro, NJ 07746

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,382 of 2,466

In Marlboro

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Marlboro Township School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Marlboro Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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7.0/10

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7.6/10

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About Marlboro Elementary School

Marlboro Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marlboro, NJ, part of Marlboro Township School District. Marlboro Elementary School serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Marlboro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,382 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Marlboro Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.9 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,813
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Marlboro Elementary School — Students at Marlboro Elementary School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.3% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
72.6%
ELA
78.1%
2025
Math
73.9%
ELA
71.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Marlboro Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

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

100 SCHOOL ROAD WEST, Marlboro, NJ 07746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marlboro Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Manalapan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Morganville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C. Richard Applegate School (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Freehold), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marlboro, see our Marlboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro 0.4 mi 7.0
Marlboro Middle School Marlboro 0.7 mi 7.6
Marlboro High School Marlboro 1.0 mi 5.6
THE HEBREW ACADEMY Marlboro 1.2 mi 6.9
TURTLE CREEK LEARNING ACADEMY Marlboro 1.2 mi
Frank Defino Central Elementary School Marlboro 1.4 mi 6.2
Robertsville Elementary School Morganville 2.1 mi 8.6
SHALOM TORAH ACADEMY Morganville 2.3 mi 6.4
Asher Holmes Elementary School Morganville 2.1 mi 6.5
Lafayette Mills School Manalapan 2.2 mi 8.8
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 2.5 mi
David C Abbott Early Learning Center Morganville 3.2 mi 6.1
C. Richard Applegate School Freehold 3.2 mi 8.1
COLLIER SCHOOL Wickatunk 3.3 mi 7.5
Freehold Learning Center Freehold 3.6 mi 4.8
Freehold Borough High School Freehold 3.8 mi 5.3
Pine Brook School Manalapan 3.3 mi 7.8
Biotechnology High School Freehold 4.3 mi 8.9
Monmouth County Career Center Freehold 4.3 mi
Cedar Drive Middle School Colts Neck 3.6 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$186,885

Median Home Value

$654,700

Median Rent

$2,688/mo

Population

18,137

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

95.8%

Avg Commute

41.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marlboro Elementary School

What grades does Marlboro Elementary School serve?

Marlboro Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Marlboro Elementary School?

Marlboro Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marlboro Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marlboro Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marlboro Elementary School rank in NJ?

Marlboro Elementary School ranks #1,382 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Marlboro Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marlboro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Marlboro Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marlboro Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marlboro Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Marlboro Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

5.9% of students at Marlboro 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

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