Serving 214 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 58% (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 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Antonides School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank Antonides School's student population of 214 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank Antonides School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Antonides School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
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
3%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
74%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 #496 out of 2,201 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
214 students attend Frank Antonides School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Frank Antonides School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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
What school district is Frank Antonides School part of?
Frank Antonides School is part of West Long Branch School District.
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