Excellent
#340 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 14% in state
Summerfield Elementary School
Elementary School · Neptune Township School District
1 Summerfield La, Neptune, NJ 07753
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#340 of 2,466
In Neptune
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Neptune Township School District
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Summerfield Elementary School
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About Summerfield Elementary School
Summerfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Neptune, NJ, part of Neptune Township School District. Summerfield Elementary School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Summerfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Summerfield Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Summerfield 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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Summerfield Elementary School — Students at Summerfield Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.8%
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: 8.7/10.
How Summerfield Elementary School Compares
See how Summerfield 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
1 Summerfield La, Neptune, NJ 07753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summerfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wayside Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Ocean), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shark River Hills Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Gables Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Neptune, see our Neptune schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| College Achieve Greater Asbury Park Charter School District Asbury Park | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Green Grove Elementary School Neptune | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Shark River Hills Elementary School Neptune | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NEW JERSEY Neptune | 1.4 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS CENTER OF MONMOUTH COUNTY Neptune | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Gables Elementary School Neptune | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Neptune Middle School Neptune | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Neptune City | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Neptune High School Neptune | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune | 1.6 mi | — |
| Central Elementary School Wall | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Wall Primary School Wall | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| SCHROTH SCHOOL Wanamassa | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Wayside Elementary School Ocean | 2.8 mi | 9.7 |
| HILLEL YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLEL YESHIVA SCHOOL Ocean | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| THE SISTERS ACADEMY Asbury Park | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Communications High School Wall | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Wall High School Wall | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,824
Median Home Value
$390,900
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
37,208
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
43.7
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|---|---|
| Bayberry School Watchung, NJ | 8.1 |
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| C. Richard Applegate School Freehold, NJ | 8.1 |
| Cedar Hill School Towaco, NJ | 8.1 |
| Dr. Paul Rafalides School Jersey City, NJ | 8.1 |
| Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School Long Valley, NJ | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summerfield Elementary School
What grades does Summerfield Elementary School serve?
Summerfield Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Summerfield Elementary School?
Summerfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summerfield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Summerfield Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Summerfield Elementary School rank in NJ?
Summerfield Elementary School ranks #340 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Summerfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Summerfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Summerfield Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Summerfield Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Summerfield Elementary School a charter school?
No, Summerfield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Summerfield Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Summerfield Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summerfield Elementary School?
51.8% of students at Summerfield 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (732) 776-2200
Resources & Links
District
Neptune Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,411
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,215
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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