Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten, Newbury Early Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newbury Elementary School serves the southwest part of Howell, NJ, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newbury Early Learning Center's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newbury Early Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newbury Early Learning Center is 0.59, 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
#997 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
35%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
54%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newbury Early Learning Center's ranking?
Newbury Early Learning Center is ranked #997 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Newbury Early Learning Center often compared to?
Newbury Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Aldrich Elementary School, Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newbury Early Learning Center?
365 students attend Newbury Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Newbury Early Learning Center students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newbury Early Learning Center?
Newbury Early Learning Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newbury Early Learning Center offer ?
Newbury Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newbury Early Learning Center part of?
Newbury Early Learning Center is part of Howell Township Public School District.
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