Ravine Drive Elementary School

170 Ravine Drive
Matawan, NJ 07747
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Ravine Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 30% in NJ
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ravine Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Ravine Drive Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Ravine Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ravine Drive Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#471 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
60-64%
36%
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
61%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ravine Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Ravine Drive Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ravine Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Ravine Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strathmore Elementary School, Cliffwood 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 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ravine Drive Elementary School?
399 students attend Ravine Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ravine Drive Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ravine Drive Elementary School?
Ravine Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ravine Drive Elementary School offer ?
Ravine Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ravine Drive Elementary School part of?
Ravine Drive Elementary School is part of Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District.

School Reviews

5   9/12/2012
My daughter has learned so much at Ravine Drive. My son will be starting kindergarten this year, I''m sure he''ll learn just as much. I''m proud of my children!
- Posted by Parent - catbi

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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