Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stony Brook Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (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 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stony Brook Elementary School serves the southern part of Rockaway, NJ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stony Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stony Brook Elementary School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Stony Brook Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stony Brook Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#333 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
66%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Stony Brook Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Stony Brook Elementary School?
365 students attend Stony Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stony Brook Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stony Brook Elementary School?
Stony Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stony Brook Elementary School offer ?
Stony Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stony Brook Elementary School part of?
Stony Brook Elementary School is part of Rockaway Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Stony Brook Elementary School located?
Stony Brook Elementary School is located in the White Meadow Lake neighborhood of Rockaway, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in White Meadow Lake.
School Reviews
Review Stony Brook Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
