Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Edith M. Griebling 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Math Proficiency: 43%
- Reading Proficiency: 66%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School's student population of 334 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Edith M. Griebling Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)66%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
60%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edith M. Griebling Elementary School?
334 students attend Edith M. Griebling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Edith M. Griebling Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edith M. Griebling Elementary School?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edith M. Griebling Elementary School offer ?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Edith M. Griebling Elementary School part of?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School is part of Howell Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Edith M. Griebling Elementary School located?
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School is located in the Adelphia neighborhood of Farmingdale, NJ.
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