For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 554 students in Rockaway Township School District. This district's average pre testing ranking is 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public pre schools in New Jersey.
Public Preschools in Rockaway Township School District have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NJ)
# Schools
6 Schools
886 Schools
# Students
2,334 Students
347,612 Students
# Teachers
236 Teachers
32,002 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
District Rank
Rockaway Township School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 646 school districts in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
Overall District Rank
#308 out of 648 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.58
0.72
# American Indian Students
3 Students
765 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
171 Students
29,753 Students
% Asian Students
7%
9%
# Hispanic Students
592 Students
121,715 Students
% Hispanic Students
26%
35%
# Black Students
78 Students
56,643 Students
% Black Students
3%
16%
# White Students
1,393 Students
126,993 Students
% White Students
60%
37%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
874 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
92 Students
10,898 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
3%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
26
42,005
# Students in K Grade:
229
51,736
# Students in 1st Grade:
214
47,589
# Students in 2nd Grade:
257
45,303
# Students in 3rd Grade:
199
39,599
# Students in 4th Grade:
229
35,023
# Students in 5th Grade:
246
27,430
# Students in 6th Grade:
286
14,102
# Students in 7th Grade:
273
11,031
# Students in 8th Grade:
258
10,793
# Students in 9th Grade:
-
434
# Students in 10th Grade:
-
367
# Students in 11th Grade:
-
358
# Students in 12th Grade:
-
494
# Ungraded Students:
117
21,348
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $27,126 in this school district is less than the state median of $27,348. The school district revenue/student has grown by 5% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $25,745 is less than the state median of $26,228. The school district spending/student has grown by 7% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$63 MM
$36,642 MM
Spending
$60 MM
$35,142 MM
Revenue / Student
$27,126
$27,348
Spending / Student
$25,745
$26,228
Best Rockaway Township School District Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dennis B O'brien Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16 Mineral Spring Drive
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 361-7330
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 361-7330
Grades: PK-5
| 294 students
Rank: #22.
Birchwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Art Street
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 361-7080
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 361-7080
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
Recent Articles
How “Collaborative Reasoning” Could Be the Next Public School Trend
Collaborative reasoning, which encourages independent critical thinking, is growing in popularity amongst public schools. Learn about collaborative reasoning and how it benefits public school classrooms.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary TimesWe explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
