Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Dwight D. Eisenhower School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Dwight D. Eisenhower School serves the northeast part of Freehold, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dwight D. Eisenhower School's student population of 582 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dwight D. Eisenhower School is 0.50, 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
#523 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dwight D. Eisenhower School's ranking?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School is ranked #523 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dwight D. Eisenhower School often compared to?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifton T. Barkalow 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 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower School?
582 students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dwight D. Eisenhower School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dwight D. Eisenhower School?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dwight D. Eisenhower School offer ?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dwight D. Eisenhower School part of?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School is part of Freehold Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Dwight D. Eisenhower School located?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School is located in the East Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in East Freehold.
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