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#1366 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Park Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Freehold Borough School District
280 Park Ave., Freehold, NJ 07728
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,366 of 2,466
In Freehold
#10 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Freehold Borough School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Park Avenue Elementary School
Park Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Freehold, NJ, part of Freehold Borough School District. Park Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,366 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Park Avenue Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Park Avenue 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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Park Avenue Elementary School — Students at Park Avenue Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Park Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Park Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
280 Park Ave., Freehold, NJ 07728
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laura Donovan School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Manalapan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Freehold School (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Freehold, see our Freehold schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freehold Intermediate School Freehold | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY Freehold | 1.0 mi | — |
| Freehold Borough High School Freehold | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| West Freehold School Freehold | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Early Childhood Learning Center Freehold | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Laura Donovan School Freehold | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Freehold Learning Center Freehold | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| C. Richard Applegate School Freehold | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Freehold Township High School Freehold Twp | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Marshall W. Errickson School Freehold | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Biotechnology High School Freehold | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Monmouth County Career Center Freehold | 1.8 mi | — |
| Joseph J Catena School Freehold | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower School Freehold | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Lafayette Mills School Manalapan | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Edith M. Griebling Elementary School Farmingdale | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Freehold | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Manalapan High School Englishtown | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07728 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,042
Median Home Value
$490,000
Median Rent
$1,941/mo
Population
56,623
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
41.7
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|---|---|
| Bee Meadow School Whippany, NJ | 6.2 |
| Beverly City School District Beverly, NJ | 6.2 |
| Central Avenue School Madison, NJ | 6.2 |
| Clinton Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 6.2 |
| Delran Intermediate School Delran, NJ | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School serve?
Park Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?
Park Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Avenue Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Park Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,366 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Park Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Park Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Avenue Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Park Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Park Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Avenue Elementary School?
81.7% of students at Park Avenue 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.1%
- Phone
- (732) 761-2124
Resources & Links
District
Freehold Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 1,608
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,399
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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