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Navesink Elementary School

Elementary School · Middletown Township Public School District

151 MONMOUTH AVENUE, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,763 of 2,466

In Atlantic Highlands

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#14 of 16

Middletown Township Public School District

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Navesink Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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About Navesink Elementary School

Navesink Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, part of Middletown Township Public School District. Navesink Elementary School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Navesink Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,763 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Navesink Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% 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 Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-5.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.2 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,776
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Navesink Elementary School — Students at Navesink Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.5% (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
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2024
Math
78.9%
ELA
84.1%
2025
Math
73.4%
ELA
78.1%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Navesink Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
29th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

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

151 MONMOUTH AVENUE, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Navesink Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leonardo Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Leonardo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayview Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Belford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlantic Highlands, see our Atlantic Highlands schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Atlantic Highlands Elementary School Atlantic Highlands 0.9 mi 6.0
MOUNTAIN HILL SCHOOL Atlantic Highlands 1.6 mi
Leonardo Elementary School Leonardo 1.6 mi 8.2
Bayshore Middle School Leonardo 1.7 mi 7.2
Highlands Elementary School Highlands 1.8 mi 5.8
SMART START PRESCHOOL Fair Haven 2.4 mi
Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven 2.5 mi 5.9
Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson 2.4 mi 6.4
Forrestdale School Rumson 2.5 mi 8.1
THE RUMSON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rumson 2.8 mi 6.7
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Rumson 2.6 mi 7.7
Knollwood School Fair Haven 3.1 mi 7.1
Henry Hudson Regional School Highlands 2.5 mi 5.8
Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver 3.5 mi 7.1
Bayview Elementary School Belford 2.9 mi 8.2
TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank 3.9 mi
Fairview Elementary School Red Bank 3.3 mi 8.8
Red Bank Middle School Red Bank 4.0 mi 7.8
HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Rumson 3.6 mi 6.2
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank 4.0 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,096

Median Home Value

$621,700

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

8,528

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

50.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Navesink Elementary School

What grades does Navesink Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Navesink Elementary School?

Navesink Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Navesink Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Navesink Elementary School rank in NJ?

Navesink Elementary School ranks #1,763 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Navesink Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Navesink 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 Navesink Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Navesink Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Navesink Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Navesink Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

9.3% of students at Navesink 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

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