Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Red Bank Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Bank Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Bank Primary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Motto
Dream BIG... We'll help you get there!
School Rankings
Red Bank Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Bank Primary School is 0.37, 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
#1280 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
78%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
16%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bank Primary School's ranking?
Red Bank Primary School is ranked #1280 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Red Bank Primary School often compared to?
Red Bank Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Bank Charter School, Wolf Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Red Bank Primary School?
543 students attend Red Bank Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Red Bank Primary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Bank Primary School?
Red Bank Primary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Red Bank Primary School offer ?
Red Bank Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bank Primary School part of?
Red Bank Primary School is part of Red Bank Borough Public School District.
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