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Very Good

#842 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 34% in state

Milford Brook School

Elementary School · Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District

20 GLOBAR TERRACE, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#842 of 2,466

In Manalapan

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Milford Brook School

7.1/10

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

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8.0/10

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6.1/10

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About Milford Brook School

Milford Brook School is a public elementary school in Manalapan, NJ, part of Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District. Milford Brook School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Milford Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Milford Brook School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,258
Chronic Absenteeism6%

Milford Brook School — Students at Milford Brook School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.6% (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
84%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2024
Math
65%
ELA
67.5%
2025
Math
69.2%
ELA
67.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Milford Brook School Compares

See how Milford Brook School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

Location

20 GLOBAR TERRACE, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milford Brook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Freehold School (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Freehold), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Morganville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manalapan, see our Manalapan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Clark Mills School Manalapan 0.2 mi 8.0
John I. Dawes Early Learning Center Manalapan 0.2 mi 6.1
Taylor Mills School Manalapan 0.5 mi 7.2
YELLOW DUCK PREPARATORY Manalapan 0.8 mi
IVY LEAGUE PRESCHOOL Manalapan 1.0 mi
Wemrock Brook School Manalapan 1.5 mi 8.5
Manalapan High School Englishtown 1.4 mi 5.1
Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School Manalapan 1.6 mi 6.2
Pine Brook School Manalapan 1.3 mi 7.8
Lafayette Mills School Manalapan 3.0 mi 8.8
Asher Holmes Elementary School Morganville 3.8 mi 6.5
Robertsville Elementary School Morganville 4.0 mi 8.6
Mill Lake Monroe Twp 4.6 mi 5.6
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 4.2 mi
C. Richard Applegate School Freehold 3.9 mi 8.1
Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township 4.1 mi 6.4
Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp 4.2 mi 6.5
HOP TO IT Monroe Township 4.9 mi
Academy Learning Center Monroe Township 4.5 mi 5.9
West Freehold School Freehold 4.9 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$145,625

Median Home Value

$603,000

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

44,698

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

87.2%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milford Brook School

What grades does Milford Brook School serve?

Milford Brook School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Milford Brook School?

Milford Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milford Brook School?

The student-teacher ratio at Milford Brook School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milford Brook School rank in NJ?

Milford Brook School ranks #842 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Milford Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milford Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Milford Brook School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milford Brook School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Milford Brook School a charter school?

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

Is Milford Brook School a Title I school?

No, Milford Brook School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milford Brook School?

12.3% of students at Milford Brook 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

District

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District
District Enrollment
4,653
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,258
District Rank
#6 of 8

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