Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laura Donovan 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laura Donovan School serves a central area in Freehold, NJ, covering approximately 2.8 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, reaching up to 2.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laura Donovan School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laura Donovan 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 Laura Donovan School is 0.49, 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
#616 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Laura Donovan School's ranking?
Laura Donovan School is ranked #616 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Laura Donovan School often compared to?
Laura Donovan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Freehold School, Marshall W. Errickson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Laura Donovan School?
441 students attend Laura Donovan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Laura Donovan School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Donovan School?
Laura Donovan School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laura Donovan School offer ?
Laura Donovan School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Donovan School part of?
Laura Donovan School is part of Freehold Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Donovan School located?
Laura Donovan School is located in the West Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in West Freehold.
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