Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Dwight D. Eisenhower 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% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dwight D. Eisenhower School's student population of 578 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower School is 0.43, 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
#523 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
74%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Dwight D. Eisenhower School's ranking?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School is ranked #523 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dwight D. Eisenhower School often compared to?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifton T. Barkalow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower School?
578 students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dwight D. Eisenhower School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dwight D. Eisenhower School?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dwight D. Eisenhower School offer ?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dwight D. Eisenhower School part of?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School is part of Freehold Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Dwight D. Eisenhower School located?
Dwight D. Eisenhower School is located in the East Freehold neighborhood of Freehold, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in East Freehold.
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