Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aldrich Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aldrich Elementary School serves the southern part of Howell, NJ, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families can generally expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aldrich Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aldrich Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldrich Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1057 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
White
54%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aldrich Elementary School's ranking?
Aldrich Elementary School is ranked #1057 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Aldrich Elementary School often compared to?
Aldrich Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newbury Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Aldrich Elementary School?
470 students attend Aldrich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Aldrich Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aldrich Elementary School?
Aldrich Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Aldrich Elementary School offer ?
Aldrich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aldrich Elementary School part of?
Aldrich Elementary School is part of Howell Township Public School District.
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