Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Ravine Drive 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 55-59% (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 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ravine Drive Elementary School's student population of 395 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Connections
School Rankings
Ravine Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ravine Drive Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#565 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
62%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ravine Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Ravine Drive Elementary School is ranked #565 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ravine Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Ravine Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strathmore Elementary School, Cliffwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Ravine Drive Elementary School?
395 students attend Ravine Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ravine Drive Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ravine Drive Elementary School?
Ravine Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ravine Drive Elementary School offer ?
Ravine Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ravine Drive Elementary School part of?
Ravine Drive Elementary School is part of Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter has learned so much at Ravine Drive. My son will be starting kindergarten this year, I''m sure he''ll learn just as much. I''m proud of my children!
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