Rumson Borough School District

The Rumson Borough School District in New Jersey is home to two exceptional schools: Forrestdale School, a top-ranked middle school, and Deane-Porter Elementary School, a highly-regarded elementary school. Both schools consistently rank among the best in the state, with Forrestdale School being recognized as a top 10 middle school for the past three years and Deane-Porter Elementary as a top 10 elementary school.

Forrestdale School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with over 90% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels. The school also boasts a very low chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%, well below the state average, and a small student-teacher ratio of 9.1, indicating personalized attention for students. Deane-Porter Elementary School also demonstrates strong academic achievement, with test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics for 3rd grade well above the state averages. The school's student-teacher ratio of 10.3 is similarly low, and it spends $11,020 per student, higher than both Forrestdale School and the state average.

The exceptional performance of these schools is a reflection of the overall excellence of the Rumson Borough School District, which is ranked 5th out of 609 districts in New Jersey and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The district's commitment to providing a high-quality education is evident in the sustained success of Forrestdale School and Deane-Porter Elementary, making them standout options for families in the area.