Serving 481 students in grades 1-5, White Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
White Rock Elementary School's student population of 481 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
White Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Rock Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#834 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Rock Elementary School's ranking?
White Rock Elementary School is ranked #834 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are White Rock Elementary School often compared to?
White Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cozy Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend White Rock Elementary School?
481 students attend White Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of White Rock Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Rock Elementary School?
White Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does White Rock Elementary School offer ?
White Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Rock Elementary School part of?
White Rock Elementary School is part of Jefferson Township Public School District.
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