Serving 292 students in grades 4-5, Stony Brook School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stony Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Stony Brook School's student population of 292 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stony Brook School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stony Brook School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
69%
40%
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%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Brook School's ranking?
Stony Brook School is ranked #325 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Stony Brook School often compared to?
Stony Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branchburg Central Middle School, Whiton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Stony Brook School?
292 students attend Stony Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stony Brook School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stony Brook School?
Stony Brook School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stony Brook School offer ?
Stony Brook School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Stony Brook School part of?
Stony Brook School is part of Branchburg Township School District.
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