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Midstreams Elementary School

Elementary School · Brick Township Public School District

500 MIDSTREAMS RD, Brick Town, NJ 08724

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,230 of 2,466

In Brick Town

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

Brick Township Public School District

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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6.4/10

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About Midstreams Elementary School

Midstreams Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brick Town, NJ, part of Brick Township Public School District. Midstreams Elementary School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Midstreams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,230 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Midstreams Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.6 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,586
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Midstreams Elementary School — Students at Midstreams Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
87%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
46.9%
ELA
55.2%
2025
Math
50.1%
ELA
57.5%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Midstreams Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

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

500 MIDSTREAMS RD, Brick Town, NJ 08724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Midstreams Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bay Head Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bay Head), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Point Pleasant), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Drum Point Road Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brick Town, see our Brick Town schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVA CHAYEI OLAM Lakewood 1.2 mi 6.3
Veterans Memorial Elementary School Brick 1.4 mi 6.7
Veterans Memorial Middle School Brick Town 1.4 mi 6.4
Memorial Middle School Point Pleasant 1.6 mi 6.1
Point Pleasant Borough High School Point Pleasant 1.7 mi 5.2
Osbornville Elementary School Brick 2.0 mi 6.3
Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School Point Pleasant 2.0 mi 7.3
Ocean Road Elementary School Point Pleasant 2.2 mi 5.4
Emma Havens Young Elementary School Brick 2.6 mi 6.2
Drum Point Road Elementary School Brick Town 2.6 mi 7.1
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 3.1 mi 5.5
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 2.9 mi 5.1
Lanes Mill Elementary School Brick 2.9 mi 7.0
Warren H. Wolf Early Childhood Development Center Brick 2.6 mi 6.3
Bay Head Elementary Bay Head 2.6 mi 9.4
Point Pleasant Beach High School Point Pleasant Beach 2.9 mi 7.5
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.8 mi 4.4
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.9 mi
ST PETER SCHOOL Point Pleasant Beach 3.1 mi 6.1
Brielle Elementary School Brielle 3.7 mi 6.7

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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Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Midstreams Elementary School

What grades does Midstreams Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Midstreams Elementary School?

Midstreams Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Midstreams Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Midstreams Elementary School rank in NJ?

Midstreams Elementary School ranks #1,230 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Midstreams Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Midstreams Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Midstreams Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Midstreams Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Midstreams Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Midstreams Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

16.7% of students at Midstreams 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

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