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#1170 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 47% in state

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District

720 INMAN AVENUE, Colonia, NJ 07067

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,170 of 2,466

In Colonia

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 24

Woodbridge Township School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School

6.6/10

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

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About Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colonia, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,170 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,802
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School — Students at Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (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
97.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
56.2%
ELA
59.2%
2025
Math
55%
ELA
60%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School Compares

See how Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

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

720 INMAN AVENUE, Colonia, NJ 07067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin D Roosevelt School (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Edison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frank K. Hehnly (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Clark), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Colonia, see our Colonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lynn Crest Elementary School Colonia 0.7 mi 5.8
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Colonia 0.7 mi 6.1
Colonia Middle School Colonia 0.7 mi 7.7
Colonia High School Colonia 0.8 mi 4.9
Frank K. Hehnly Clark 1.2 mi 6.2
NEWMARK SCHOOL Scotch Plains 1.3 mi 5.7
NEWMARK HIGH SCHOOL Scotch Plains 1.3 mi 5.2
Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.1 mi 7.9
Kennedy Park Elementary School Iselin 1.5 mi 6.1
James Madison Intermediate School Edison 1.4 mi 5.4
James Madison Primary School Edison 1.4 mi 5.6
Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison 1.4 mi 6.5
Carl H. Kumpf School Clark 1.5 mi 7.0
PLAZA CHILD CARE Edison 1.3 mi
HONOR RIDGE ACADEMY Clark 1.6 mi 7.6
Oak Tree Road Elementary School Iselin 1.8 mi 5.3
FEATHERBED LANE SCHOOL OF CLARK Clark 1.8 mi 5.0
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.4 mi 4.8
Westlake Westfield 1.9 mi 6.3
Lamberts Mill Academy Westfield 1.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,301

Median Home Value

$473,200

Median Rent

$1,964/mo

Population

18,294

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School

What grades does Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School serve?

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School?

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Ridge Heights 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 Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School rank in NJ?

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School ranks #1,170 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School?

21.6% of students at Oak Ridge Heights 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
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Woodbridge Township School District
District Enrollment
14,044
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,802
District Rank
#8 of 24

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