Serving 322 students in grades 3-5, Conover Road Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Conover Road Elementary School serves the northern part of Colts Neck, NJ, covering an area of approximately 24.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the farthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conover Road 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
School Overview
Conover Road Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering and inspiring students to be confident, creative, self-sufficient learners who maximize their strengths and talents and contribute as responsible participants in their ever expanding world.
School Rankings
Conover Road 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 Conover Road Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#174 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
88%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conover Road Elementary School's ranking?
Conover Road Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Conover Road Elementary School?
322 students attend Conover Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Conover Road Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conover Road Elementary School?
Conover Road Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Conover Road Elementary School offer ?
Conover Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conover Road Elementary School part of?
Conover Road Elementary School is part of Colts Neck Township School District.
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