Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frank J. Dugan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank J. Dugan Elementary School serves the southern part of Marlboro, NJ, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Dragons!
School Rankings
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank J. Dugan Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#252 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Green
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank J. Dugan Elementary School's ranking?
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Frank J. Dugan Elementary School often compared to?
Frank J. Dugan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Defino Central Elementary School, Marlboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Frank J. Dugan Elementary School?
624 students attend Frank J. Dugan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Frank J. Dugan Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank J. Dugan Elementary School?
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank J. Dugan Elementary School offer ?
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank J. Dugan Elementary School part of?
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School is part of Marlboro Township School District.
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