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Swimming River School

Elementary School · Tinton Falls School District

220 HANCE AVENUE, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,334 of 2,466

In Tinton Falls

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Tinton Falls School District

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Swimming River School

6.3/10

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

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About Swimming River School

Swimming River School is a public elementary school in Tinton Falls, NJ, part of Tinton Falls School District. Swimming River School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Swimming River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,334 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Swimming River School show 59% 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 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Swimming River School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,328
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Swimming River School — Students at Swimming River School score 54% 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

16.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (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
86%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
51.6%
ELA
57.7%
2025
Math
47.1%
ELA
60.5%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Swimming River School Compares

See how Swimming River School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

220 HANCE AVENUE, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Swimming River School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Plaza Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Red Bank Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tinton Falls, see our Tinton Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OAKWOOD SCHOOL Tinton Falls 0.6 mi
Mahala F. Atchison School Tinton Falls 0.8 mi 5.3
GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls 0.7 mi
Red Bank Primary School Red Bank 1.2 mi 5.5
Monmouth Regional High School Tinton Falls 1.5 mi 6.0
RANNEY SCHOOL Tinton Falls 1.4 mi 4.7
Tinton Falls Middle School Tinton Falls 1.7 mi 7.9
Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury 1.4 mi 7.7
Red Bank Charter School Red Bank 1.8 mi 8.2
ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL Lincroft 1.5 mi 4.6
River Plaza Elementary School Red Bank 2.0 mi 9.4
VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury 1.6 mi 5.5
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank 1.9 mi 4.3
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury 1.8 mi
Red Bank Middle School Red Bank 2.1 mi 7.8
Lincroft Elementary School Lincroft 1.9 mi 5.8
Margaret L Vetter Eatontown 2.4 mi 8.5
High Technology High School Lincroft 2.1 mi 8.4
Memorial Middle School Eatontown 2.5 mi 6.0
Middletown High School South Middletown 2.5 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,170

Median Home Value

$487,300

Median Rent

$1,640/mo

Population

23,830

College Educated

44.8%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

45.6

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Fernbrook School Randolph, NJ 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Swimming River School

What grades does Swimming River School serve?

Swimming River School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Swimming River School?

Swimming River School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Swimming River School?

The student-teacher ratio at Swimming River School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Swimming River School rank in NJ?

Swimming River School ranks #1,334 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Swimming River School's MySchoolScout rating?

Swimming River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Swimming River School?

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

Is Swimming River School a charter school?

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

Is Swimming River School a Title I school?

No, Swimming River School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swimming River School?

16.8% of students at Swimming River 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
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Tinton Falls School District
District Enrollment
1,373
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,328
District Rank
#2 of 3

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