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#1199 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 49% in state
Midtown Community Elementary School
Elementary School · Neptune Township School District
1155 Corlies Ave, Neptune, NJ 07753
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,199 of 2,466
In Neptune
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Neptune Township School District
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Midtown Community Elementary School
Midtown Community Elementary School is a public elementary school in Neptune, NJ, part of Neptune Township School District. Midtown Community Elementary School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Midtown Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,199 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Midtown Community Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Midtown Community Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Midtown Community 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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Midtown Community Elementary School — Students at Midtown Community Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 7.6/10.
How Midtown Community Elementary School Compares
See how Midtown Community Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1155 Corlies Ave, Neptune, NJ 07753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midtown Community Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wanamassa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Wanamassa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Avon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bradley Beach Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Bradley Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Neptune, see our Neptune schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School Asbury Park | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| THE SISTERS ACADEMY Asbury Park | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Bradley Beach Elementary School Bradley Beach | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Asbury Park | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Hope Academy Charter School Asbury Park | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Asbury Park High School Asbury Park | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Neptune High School Neptune | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune | 1.2 mi | — |
| Avon Elementary School Avon | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson Neptune City | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Neptune Middle School Neptune | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Gables Elementary School Neptune | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Wanamassa Elementary School Wanamassa | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| ST ROSE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Belmar | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST ROSE HIGH SCHOOL Belmar | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SEARCH DAY PROGRAM INC. Ocean | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ILAN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,824
Median Home Value
$390,900
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
37,208
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia, NJ | 6.5 |
| Asher Holmes Elementary School Morganville, NJ | 6.5 |
| Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp, NJ | 6.5 |
| Bayville Elementary School Bayville, NJ | 6.5 |
| Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton, NJ | 6.5 |
| Brayton Elementary School Summit, NJ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midtown Community Elementary School
What grades does Midtown Community Elementary School serve?
Midtown Community Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Midtown Community Elementary School?
Midtown Community Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midtown Community Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Midtown Community Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Midtown Community Elementary School rank in NJ?
Midtown Community Elementary School ranks #1,199 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Midtown Community Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Midtown Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Midtown Community Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Midtown Community Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Midtown Community Elementary School a charter school?
No, Midtown Community Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Midtown Community Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Midtown Community Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Midtown Community Elementary School?
84.2% of students at Midtown Community 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (732) 776-2200
Resources & Links
District
Neptune Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,411
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,215
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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