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#785 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 32% in state

Taylor Mills School

Elementary School · Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District

77 GORDONS CORNER ROAD, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Enrollment

531

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#785 of 2,466

In Manalapan

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Taylor Mills School

7.2/10

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

John I. Dawes Early Learning Center

6.1/10

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Clark Mills School

8.0/10

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About Taylor Mills School

Taylor Mills School is a public elementary school in Manalapan, NJ, part of Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District. Taylor Mills School serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Taylor Mills School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.3 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,258
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Taylor Mills School — Students at Taylor Mills School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2024
Math
71%
ELA
70.4%
2025
Math
69%
ELA
75.2%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Taylor Mills School Compares

See how Taylor Mills School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

Location

77 GORDONS CORNER ROAD, Manalapan, NJ 07726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylor Mills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Mills School (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Freehold School (rated 8.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Freehold), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robertsville Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Morganville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manalapan, see our Manalapan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
John I. Dawes Early Learning Center Manalapan 0.3 mi 6.1
Clark Mills School Manalapan 0.3 mi 8.0
Milford Brook School Manalapan 0.5 mi 7.1
IVY LEAGUE PRESCHOOL Manalapan 0.7 mi
YELLOW DUCK PREPARATORY Manalapan 1.0 mi
Manalapan High School Englishtown 1.0 mi 5.1
Wemrock Brook School Manalapan 1.3 mi 8.5
Pine Brook School Manalapan 1.2 mi 7.8
Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School Manalapan 1.4 mi 6.2
Lafayette Mills School Manalapan 2.6 mi 8.8
C. Richard Applegate School Freehold 3.5 mi 8.1
Asher Holmes Elementary School Morganville 3.8 mi 6.5
Robertsville Elementary School Morganville 4.0 mi 8.6
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 4.2 mi
West Freehold School Freehold 4.5 mi 8.7
KIDDIE ACADEMY Freehold 4.4 mi
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro 4.0 mi 7.0
Early Childhood Learning Center Freehold 4.7 mi 6.1
Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold 4.9 mi 7.9
Mill Lake Monroe Twp 5.0 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$145,625

Median Home Value

$603,000

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

44,698

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

87.2%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylor Mills School

What grades does Taylor Mills School serve?

Taylor Mills School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Taylor Mills School?

Taylor Mills School has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Mills School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Mills School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylor Mills School rank in NJ?

Taylor Mills School ranks #785 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Taylor Mills School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylor Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Taylor Mills School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Mills School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Taylor Mills School a charter school?

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

Is Taylor Mills School a Title I school?

No, Taylor Mills School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor Mills School?

15.8% of students at Taylor Mills 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

District

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District
District Enrollment
4,653
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,258
District Rank
#5 of 8

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