Serving 232 students in grades 4-5, Margaret L Vetter 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 40-44% (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 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret L Vetter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Margaret L Vetter's student population of 232 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Margaret L Vetter ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret L Vetter is 0.70, 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
#773 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
38%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
37%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret L Vetter's ranking?
Margaret L Vetter is ranked #773 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Margaret L Vetter often compared to?
Margaret L Vetteris often viewed alongside schools like Woodmere, Meadowbrook by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Margaret L Vetter?
232 students attend Margaret L Vetter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Margaret L Vetter students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret L Vetter?
Margaret L Vetter has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Margaret L Vetter offer ?
Margaret L Vetter offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Margaret L Vetter part of?
Margaret L Vetter is part of Eatontown Public School District.
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