Serving 423 students in grades 3-5, Swimming River School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swimming River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Swimming River School's student population of 423 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Swimming River 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 Swimming River School is 0.58, 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
#733 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
10%
15%
White
62%
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
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Swimming River School's ranking?
Swimming River School is ranked #733 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Swimming River School often compared to?
Swimming River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Swimming River School?
423 students attend Swimming River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Swimming River School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swimming River School?
Swimming River School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Swimming River School offer ?
Swimming River School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swimming River School part of?
Swimming River School is part of Tinton Falls School District.
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