Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laura Donovan 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Donovan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Laura Donovan School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Laura Donovan 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 Laura Donovan School is 0.47, 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
#616 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
70%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Donovan School's ranking?
Laura Donovan School is ranked #616 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Laura Donovan School often compared to?
Laura Donovan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Freehold School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Laura Donovan School?
454 students attend Laura Donovan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Laura Donovan School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Donovan School?
Laura Donovan School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laura Donovan School offer ?
Laura Donovan School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Donovan School part of?
Laura Donovan School is part of Freehold Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Donovan School located?
Laura Donovan School is located in the West Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in West Freehold.
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