Serving 498 students in grades 4-8, Forrestdale School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Forrestdale School's attendance zone covers the entire Rumson school district, encompassing approximately 7.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forrestdale 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
Forrestdale School's student population of 498 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting Potential
School Rankings
Forrestdale School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forrestdale School is 0.17, 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
#24 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldawgs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrestdale School's ranking?
Forrestdale School is ranked #24 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Forrestdale School?
498 students attend Forrestdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Forrestdale School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forrestdale School?
Forrestdale School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forrestdale School offer ?
Forrestdale School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forrestdale School part of?
Forrestdale School is part of Rumson Borough School District.
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