Serving 498 students in grades 3-4, Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1071 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
18%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
68%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School is ranked #1071 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cecil S. Collins Elementary School, Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School?
498 students attend Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School?
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School offer ?
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School part of?
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School is part of Barnegat Township School District.
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