Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawrence Brook Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence Brook Elementary School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence Brook Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Brook Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#736 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
6%
15%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Lawrence Brook Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrence Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Lawrence Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Warnsdorfer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Brook Elementary School?
462 students attend Lawrence Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lawrence Brook Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Brook Elementary School?
Lawrence Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence Brook Elementary School offer ?
Lawrence Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lawrence Brook Elementary School part of?
Lawrence Brook Elementary School is part of East Brunswick Township School District.
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