Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River Plaza Elementary 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Plaza Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Plaza Elementary School's student population of 268 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
1 acre
School Rankings
River Plaza Elementary 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 River Plaza Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#565 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
86%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Plaza Elementary School's ranking?
River Plaza Elementary School is ranked #565 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are River Plaza Elementary School often compared to?
River Plaza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Bank Primary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend River Plaza Elementary School?
268 students attend River Plaza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of River Plaza Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Plaza Elementary School?
River Plaza Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does River Plaza Elementary School offer ?
River Plaza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Plaza Elementary School part of?
River Plaza Elementary School is part of Middletown Township Public School District.
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