Serving 220 students in grades 5-8, Frank Antonides 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 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frank Antonides School's student population of 220 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Frank Antonides 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 Frank Antonides School is 0.46, 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
#601 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
25%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Antonides School's ranking?
Frank Antonides School is ranked #601 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Frank Antonides School often compared to?
Frank Antonides Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Place Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Frank Antonides School?
220 students attend Frank Antonides School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Frank Antonides School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank Antonides School?
Frank Antonides School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank Antonides School offer ?
Frank Antonides School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank Antonides School part of?
Frank Antonides School is part of West Long Branch School District.
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