Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#249 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
11%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School's ranking?
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School often compared to?
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood-ridge Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School?
479 students attend Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School?
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School offer ?
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School part of?
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School is part of Wood-Ridge School District.
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