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Raritan Valley School

Elementary School · Hazlet Township Public School District

37 CRESCI BLVD, Hazlet, NJ 07730

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,821 of 2,466

In Hazlet

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Hazlet Township Public School District

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

Elementary School in Hazlet · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Raritan Valley School

Raritan Valley School is a public elementary school in Hazlet, NJ, part of Hazlet Township Public School District. Raritan Valley School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Raritan Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,821 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Raritan Valley School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,965
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

Raritan Valley School — Students at Raritan Valley School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
92%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
64.8%
ELA
59.1%
2025
Math
58.1%
ELA
57.4%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Raritan Valley School Compares

See how Raritan Valley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
26th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

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

37 CRESCI BLVD, Hazlet, NJ 07730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raritan Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middle Road School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ravine Drive Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Matawan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Keyport Central School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Keyport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazlet, see our Hazlet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Beers Street School Hazlet 0.3 mi 6.2
HOLMDEL PRESCHOOL CENTER Holmdel 0.6 mi
Strathmore Elementary School Aberdeen 0.8 mi 7.0
Keyport High School Keyport 1.1 mi 4.1
Matawan Regional High School Aberdeen 0.9 mi 6.2
Lloyd Road Elementary School Aberdeen 1.1 mi 5.2
Keyport Central School Keyport 1.2 mi 7.7
Indian Hill School Holmdel 1.1 mi 7.1
Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Hazlet 1.2 mi 4.8
Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen 1.3 mi 7.7
HOME AWAY HOME ACADEMY Aberdeen 1.7 mi
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School Cliffwood 1.9 mi 7.9
Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood 2.1 mi 7.6
Cove Road School Hazlet 2.0 mi 5.4
Marlboro Memorial Middle School Morganville 2.4 mi 7.3
Middle Road School Hazlet 2.2 mi 8.6
William R. Satz School Holmdel 2.5 mi 9.0
Holmdel High School Holmdel 2.5 mi 6.5
Ravine Drive Elementary School Matawan 2.2 mi 8.5
Memorial School Union Beach 2.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,276

Median Home Value

$452,500

Median Rent

$1,149/mo

Population

17,193

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

89.8%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raritan Valley School

What grades does Raritan Valley School serve?

Raritan Valley School serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Raritan Valley School?

Raritan Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Raritan Valley School?

The student-teacher ratio at Raritan Valley School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Raritan Valley School rank in NJ?

Raritan Valley School ranks #1,821 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Raritan Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Raritan Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Raritan Valley School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Raritan Valley School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Raritan Valley School a charter school?

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

Is Raritan Valley School a Title I school?

No, Raritan Valley School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raritan Valley School?

16.4% of students at Raritan Valley 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

Hazlet Township Public School District
District Enrollment
2,724
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,965
District Rank
#6 of 8

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