Serving 1,194 students in grades 6-8, Melvin H. Kreps Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School's student population of 1,194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1144 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
47%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School's ranking?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is ranked #1144 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Melvin H. Kreps Middle School?
1,194 students attend Melvin H. Kreps Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Melvin H. Kreps Middle School offer ?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School part of?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is part of East Windsor Regional School District.
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