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#1078 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 44% in state

Oak Tree Elementary School

Elementary School · Monroe Township School District

226 APPLEGARTH ROAD, Monroe Township, NJ 08831

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,078 of 2,466

In Monroe Township

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Monroe Township School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Tree Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Monroe Township · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Applegarth Elementary School

6.8/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Perry L. Drew Elementary School

6.9/10

1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Oak Tree Elementary School

Oak Tree Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monroe Township, NJ, part of Monroe Township School District. Oak Tree Elementary School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,078 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Tree Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency88.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+40.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.3 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,594
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Oak Tree Elementary School — Students at Oak Tree Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 86.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
93%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
84%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
84.7%
ELA
72.4%
2025
Math
88.1%
ELA
69.2%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Oak Tree Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

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

226 APPLEGARTH ROAD, Monroe Township, NJ 08831

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Tree Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Public School (rated 8.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Roosevelt), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cranbury School (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cranbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Perry L. Drew Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby East Windsor), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Monroe Township, see our Monroe Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp 0.2 mi 6.8
Perry L. Drew Elementary School East Windsor 1.6 mi 6.9
KIDS KOTTAGE LEARNING CENTER East Windsor 2.2 mi
Ethel McKnight Elementary School East Windsor 2.4 mi 5.3
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Cranbury 2.3 mi
Monroe Township Middle School Monroe Township 2.8 mi 7.8
Cranbury School Cranbury 2.6 mi 7.8
SCICORE ACADEMY Hightstown 2.9 mi 6.8
Monroe Township High School Monroe Township 3.0 mi 5.6
SCICORE ACADEMY Highstown 2.9 mi 5.9
MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL Millstone Township 3.6 mi 6.9
PEDDIE SCHOOL Hightstown 3.3 mi 7.6
Grace N. Rogers Elementary School Hightstown 3.5 mi 6.4
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Jamesburg 4.1 mi 4.7
Walter C. Black Elementary School Hightstown 3.6 mi 6.1
Hightstown High School Hightstown 3.8 mi 5.0
Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School Jamesburg 4.4 mi 6.4
Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township 4.2 mi 6.4
Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp 4.3 mi 6.5
Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt 5.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,741

Median Home Value

$489,700

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

54,608

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

89.6%

Avg Commute

39.7 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

54.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Tree Elementary School

What grades does Oak Tree Elementary School serve?

Oak Tree Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Oak Tree Elementary School?

Oak Tree Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Tree Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Tree Elementary School rank in NJ?

Oak Tree Elementary School ranks #1,078 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Oak Tree Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Tree Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Tree Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oak Tree Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oak Tree Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

5.1% of students at Oak Tree 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Monroe Township School District
District Enrollment
6,906
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,594
District Rank
#4 of 8

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