Serving 442 students in grades 4-5, Applegarth Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Applegarth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Applegarth Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Applegarth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Applegarth Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
85%
11%
Hispanic
3%
34%
Black
2%
14%
White
8%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Applegarth Elementary School's ranking?
Applegarth Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Applegarth Elementary School often compared to?
Applegarth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Tree Elementary School, Brookside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Applegarth Elementary School?
442 students attend Applegarth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Applegarth Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Applegarth Elementary School?
Applegarth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Applegarth Elementary School offer ?
Applegarth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Applegarth Elementary School part of?
Applegarth Elementary School is part of Monroe Township School District.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar
View the Applegarth Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
School Closed
March 20, 2026 (Friday)
School Closed
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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