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Ramtown Elementary School

Elementary School · Howell Township Public School District

216 RAMTOWN-GREENVILLE ROAD, Howell, NJ 07731

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,250 of 2,466

In Howell

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

Howell Township Public School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Ramtown Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Howell · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Howell Township Middle School South

8.0/10

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5.4/10

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About Ramtown Elementary School

Ramtown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Howell, NJ, part of Howell Township Public School District. Ramtown Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramtown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,250 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ramtown Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,438
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Ramtown Elementary School — Students at Ramtown Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (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
88%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
45.8%
ELA
52.4%
2025
Math
50.5%
ELA
48.8%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Ramtown Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

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

216 RAMTOWN-GREENVILLE ROAD, Howell, NJ 07731

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ramtown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Piner Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lanes Mill Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Greenville Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Howell, see our Howell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Howell Township Middle School South Howell 0.2 mi 8.0
Greenville Elementary School Howell 0.3 mi 5.4
YESHIVA YAAROS DEVASH Lakewood 1.1 mi 5.4
MACHZIKEI HADAS Lakewood 1.2 mi 4.5
YESHIVA TORAS YISROEL INC Lakewood 1.2 mi 4.9
Piner Elementary School Lakewood 1.2 mi 8.0
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER - MONMOUTH Howell 1.2 mi 7.1
Lanes Mill Elementary School Brick 1.4 mi 7.0
TIFERES CHAYA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood 1.6 mi 5.0
Brick Township Memorial High School Brick 1.5 mi 5.1
YESHIVA GEDOLAH KEREN HATORAH Lakewood 1.7 mi 4.7
YESHIVA TORAS CHAIM Lakewood 1.9 mi 4.5
TORAS IMECHA/BNOS BINA-ATERES NECHAMA Lakewood 2.1 mi 3.6
Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick 2.8 mi
YESHIVA NACHLEI TORAH Lakewood 2.7 mi 4.8
Brick Township High School Brick Town 2.9 mi 4.4
Herbertsville Early Childhood Development Center Brick 2.2 mi 5.5
Lakewood High School Lakewood 2.4 mi 3.9
MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 2.9 mi 4.5
Lakewood Middle School Lakewood 2.4 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,064

Median Home Value

$454,900

Median Rent

$2,619/mo

Population

39,924

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramtown Elementary School

What grades does Ramtown Elementary School serve?

Ramtown Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Ramtown Elementary School?

Ramtown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ramtown 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 Ramtown Elementary School rank in NJ?

Ramtown Elementary School ranks #1,250 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ramtown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ramtown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ramtown Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramtown Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ramtown Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ramtown Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

23.3% of students at Ramtown 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

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