Serving 432 students in grades 1-5, Cedar Creek 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Creek Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lanoka Harbor, NJ, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cedar Creek Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Pride - A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Cedar Creek 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 Cedar Creek Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#779 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
White
82%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Creek Elementary School is ranked #779 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cedar Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara B. Worth Elementary School, Lanoka Harbor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cedar Creek Elementary School?
432 students attend Cedar Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cedar Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Creek Elementary School?
Cedar Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cedar Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Creek Elementary School part of?
Cedar Creek Elementary School is part of Lacey Township School District.
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