What grades does Ardena Elementary School serve?

Ardena Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in FARMINGDALE, NJ. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Ardena Elementary School located?

Ardena Elementary School is located at FARMINGDALE, NJ in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ardena Elementary School?

Ardena Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.

What schools are in FARMINGDALE, NJ?

FARMINGDALE, NJ is served by the local school district. Ardena Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Ardena Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|FARMINGDALE, New Jersey|Howell Township Public School District

FARMINGDALE, NJ 07727

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Mon

Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (K-5)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (Middle Schools)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving Recess - School ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (ELC)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Dec

Thu

Winter Recess - School ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Winter Recess - School ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

3–5

Enrollment

324

Student:Teacher

10.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Howell Township Public School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

24.4%

Phone

(732)751-2485

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45%

45th percentile in NJ

Math Proficiency

27%

60th percentile in NJ

Chronic Absenteeism

2.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

24 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.4:1

Near average in NJ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

339

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.5

Psychologists

0.050000001

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$25,438

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$14,697

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$26,655

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 3%State 37%Local 60%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$456,345

+4.2% 1yr+45.0% 5yr

Hudson, NY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

10.6%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

5.0%

Uninsured residents

5.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,084

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

949

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

346 (36%)

Speech/Language Impairment

262 (28%)

Autism

142 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

139 (15%)

Emotional Disturbance

22 (2%)

Intellectual Disability

16 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

374

Current enrollment

Growing(+18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (K-5)

Staff Day

Tue, Nov 24, 2026

Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (Middle Schools)

Staff Day

Thu, Nov 26, 2026

Thanksgiving Recess - School Closed

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Howell Township Public School District. Ardena Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	Back to School Night (Memorial)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (K-5)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (Middle Schools)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Parent/Teacher Evening Conference (ELC)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter Recess - School ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Recess - School ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Recess - School ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Recess - School ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—