Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Island Heights 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Island Heights Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 0.9 square miles in Island Heights, NJ. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Heights Elementary 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
Island Heights Elementary School's student population of 142 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Island Heights 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 Island Heights Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#310 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
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)8.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Island Heights Elementary School is ranked #310 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Island Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Island Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Street Elementary School, Ocean Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Island Heights Elementary School?
142 students attend Island Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Island Heights Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Heights Elementary School?
Island Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Island Heights Elementary School offer ?
Island Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Heights Elementary School part of?
Island Heights Elementary School is part of Island Heights School District.
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