Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Allenwood 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 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Allenwood Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Allenwood 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 Allenwood Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#590 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Allenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Allenwood Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Allenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Allenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Mill Elementary School, Brielle Elementary School, Manasquan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Allenwood Elementary School?
377 students attend Allenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Allenwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allenwood Elementary School?
Allenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Allenwood Elementary School offer ?
Allenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allenwood Elementary School part of?
Allenwood Elementary School is part of Wall Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Allenwood Elementary School located?
Allenwood Elementary School is located in the Allenwood neighborhood of Belmar, NJ.
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