Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lakehurst 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakehurst Elementary School's student population of 404 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lakehurst 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 Lakehurst Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1986 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
32%
34%
Black
14%
14%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakehurst Elementary School's ranking?
Lakehurst Elementary School is ranked #1986 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lakehurst Elementary School?
404 students attend Lakehurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lakehurst Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakehurst Elementary School?
Lakehurst Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakehurst Elementary School offer ?
Lakehurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakehurst Elementary School part of?
Lakehurst Elementary School is part of Lakehurst School District.
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