Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Green Grove Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
A Community for ALL Learners Opportunity, Diversity, Accountability
School Rankings
Green Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Grove Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1871 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
33%
34%
Black
48%
15%
White
8%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Green Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Green Grove Elementary School is ranked #1871 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Green Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Green Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gables Elementary School, Avon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Green Grove Elementary School?
294 students attend Green Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Green Grove Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Grove Elementary School?
Green Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Green Grove Elementary School offer ?
Green Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Grove Elementary School part of?
Green Grove Elementary School is part of Neptune Township School District.
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