Edith M. Griebling Elementary School

130 Havens Bridge Road
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edith M. Griebling 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 43%
  • : 66%
  • : Edith M. Griebling Elementary School serves the northwest part of Farmingdale, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Edith M. Griebling Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
Make today amazing!

School Rankings

The diversity score of Edith M. Griebling Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
(14-15)
43%
36%
(14-15)
66%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
7%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
18%
35%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
8%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
60%
37%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
7%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
40%
0.60

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
10.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing

Sports

Colors
Red, White, and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edith M. Griebling Elementary School?
457 students attend Edith M. Griebling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Edith M. Griebling Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edith M. Griebling Elementary School?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edith M. Griebling Elementary School offer ?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edith M. Griebling Elementary School part of?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School is part of Howell Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Edith M. Griebling Elementary School located?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School is located in the Adelphia neighborhood of Farmingdale, NJ.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 43%
  • : 66%
  • : Edith M. Griebling Elementary School serves the northwest part of Farmingdale, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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