Serving 525 students in grades 4-8, Forrestdale School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forrestdale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Forrestdale School's student population of 525 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting Potential
School Mascot
Bulldawgs
School Rankings
Forrestdale School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forrestdale School is 0.17, 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
#24 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldawgs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrestdale School's ranking?
Forrestdale School is ranked #24 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Forrestdale School?
525 students attend Forrestdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Forrestdale School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forrestdale School?
Forrestdale School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forrestdale School offer ?
Forrestdale School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forrestdale School part of?
Forrestdale School is part of Rumson Borough School District.
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