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Middletown Village Elementary School

Elementary School · Middletown Township Public School District

147 KINGS HIGHWAY, Middletown, NJ 07748

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,762 of 2,466

In Middletown

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#13 of 16

Middletown Township Public School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Middletown Village Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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About Middletown Village Elementary School

Middletown Village Elementary School is a public elementary school in Middletown, NJ, part of Middletown Township Public School District. Middletown Village Elementary School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Middletown Village Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,762 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Middletown Village Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,776
Chronic Absenteeism5.9%

Middletown Village Elementary School — Students at Middletown Village Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.1% (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
95%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
68%
ELA
61.2%
2025
Math
61.1%
ELA
59.5%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Middletown Village Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
29th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.9%

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

147 KINGS HIGHWAY, Middletown, NJ 07748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middletown Village Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nut Swamp Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harmony Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Monmouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Harmony Elementary School New Monmouth 1.3 mi 8.5
New Monmouth Elementary School Middletown 1.2 mi 5.3
Middletown High School North Middletown 1.3 mi 7.3
Thorne Middle School Port Monmouth 1.7 mi 8.0
MATER DEL PREP HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 1.6 mi 6.5
ST MARY SCHOOL New Monmouth 1.6 mi 5.3
Thompson Middle School Middletown 2.1 mi 8.8
Nut Swamp Elementary School Middletown 2.1 mi 8.7
Ocean Avenue Elementary School North Middletown 2.7 mi 4.7
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School Keansburg 2.8 mi 3.3
Middletown High School South Middletown 2.8 mi 8.1
Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet 2.5 mi
Raritan High School Hazlet 2.6 mi 5.4
Bayview Elementary School Belford 2.3 mi 8.2
Lillian Drive School Hazlet 2.6 mi 3.7
Keansburg High School Keansburg 2.9 mi 5.1
Keansburg Early Learning Center Keansburg 2.9 mi 5.8
Fairview Elementary School Red Bank 2.7 mi 8.8
Joseph C. Caruso School Keansburg 3.3 mi 5.3
HOLMDEL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Holmdel 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,488

Median Home Value

$568,000

Median Rent

$1,483/mo

Population

28,288

College Educated

51.8%

Homeownership

87.3%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middletown Village Elementary School

What grades does Middletown Village Elementary School serve?

Middletown Village Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Middletown Village Elementary School?

Middletown Village Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middletown Village Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Middletown Village Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middletown Village Elementary School rank in NJ?

Middletown Village Elementary School ranks #1,762 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Middletown Village Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middletown Village Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Middletown Village Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middletown Village Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middletown Village Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Middletown Village Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

10.0% of students at Middletown Village 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.9%

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