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White Rock Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson Township Public School District

2 FRANCINE PLACE, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.4

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,252 of 2,466

In Oak Ridge

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Jefferson Township Public School District

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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White Rock Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Oak Ridge · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About White Rock Elementary School

White Rock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oak Ridge, NJ, part of Jefferson Township Public School District. White Rock Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. White Rock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,252 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for White Rock Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,107
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

White Rock Elementary School — Students at White Rock Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.7% (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
85%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
51.2%
ELA
61.7%
2025
Math
54.8%
ELA
57.2%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How White Rock Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

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

2 FRANCINE PLACE, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Rock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Katharine D Malone Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Rockaway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arthur Stanlick Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Wharton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stony Brook Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Rockaway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Ridge, see our Oak Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ALPINE MONTESSORI Oak Ridge 0.3 mi
Cozy Lake Elementary School Oak Ridge 1.0 mi 7.3
Jefferson Township High School Oak Ridge 2.4 mi 5.0
Academy for Environmental Science Oak Ridge 2.4 mi 6.8
Jefferson Township Middle School Oak Ridge 2.5 mi 7.2
Paradise Knoll Elementary School Oak Ridge 3.1 mi 7.3
Katharine D Malone Elementary School Rockaway 5.0 mi 9.0
Ogdensburg Borough School Ogdensburg 5.3 mi 5.0
Hardyston Township Elementary School Franklin 6.0 mi 4.4
Arthur Stanlick Elementary School Wharton 5.9 mi 8.5
Sparta Middle School Sparta 5.4 mi 6.8
Franklin Borough School Franklin 6.8 mi 7.4
Sparta High School Sparta 6.0 mi 5.9
Catherine A Dwyer Elementary School Wharton 7.8 mi 5.9
Copeland Middle School Rockaway 8.0 mi 8.4
Stony Brook Elementary School Rockaway 8.2 mi 7.9
ALPINE MONTESSORI - SPARTA Sparta 6.2 mi
Helen Morgan School Sparta 6.6 mi 7.5
Mohawk Avenue School Sparta 6.6 mi 7.6
Maple Road Elementary School West Milford 6.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,594

Median Home Value

$417,800

Median Rent

$1,335/mo

Population

11,045

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

40.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

45.7

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Chancellor Avenue School Newark, NJ 6.4
Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Rock Elementary School

What grades does White Rock Elementary School serve?

White Rock Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend White Rock Elementary School?

White Rock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Rock Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at White Rock Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Rock Elementary School rank in NJ?

White Rock Elementary School ranks #1,252 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is White Rock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

White Rock 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 White Rock Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Rock Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is White Rock Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is White Rock Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

9.6% of students at White Rock 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

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