Frank Defino Central Elementary School
526 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Frank Defino Central Elementary School, located in Marlboro, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Marlboro Township Public School District, the institution is known for its focus on providing a foundational academic experience within a supportive community environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating technology and enrichment activities to meet the diverse learning needs of its student body.
Beyond its academic offerings, Frank Defino Central places a strong value on character education and social-emotional development, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and collaborative. The school benefits from an active parent-teacher association and a strong sense of community engagement, which helps facilitate various extracurricular opportunities and events. By prioritizing both high academic standards and a nurturing school climate, the school aims to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to the middle school level.
Beyond its academic offerings, Frank Defino Central places a strong value on character education and social-emotional development, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and collaborative. The school benefits from an active parent-teacher association and a strong sense of community engagement, which helps facilitate various extracurricular opportunities and events. By prioritizing both high academic standards and a nurturing school climate, the school aims to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to the middle school level.
526
Total Students
48.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
15.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 299 |
| Hispanic | 37 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 165 |
| Two or More | 11 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White299 (56.8 %)
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Asian165 (31.4 %)
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Hispanic37 (7.0 %)
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Black12 (2.3 %)
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Two or More11 (2.1 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Marlboro Township School District |
| Phone: | (732)972-2099 |
| Website: | http://dces.mtps.org/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 526 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 73 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
63
Grade 1
74
Grade 2
86
Grade 3
66
Grade 4
101
Grade 5
92
Ungraded
44
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 63 |
| Grade 1 | 74 |
| Grade 2 | 86 |
| Grade 3 | 66 |
| Grade 4 | 101 |
| Grade 5 | 92 |
| Ungraded | 44 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 259 | 49.2% |
| Male | 267 | 50.8% |
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