Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brooks Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brooks Crossing Elementary School serves the northeast part of Monmouth Junction, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooks Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooks Crossing Elementary School's student population of 498 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Brooks Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooks Crossing Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
66%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooks Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Brooks Crossing Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Brooks Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Brooks Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Fields Elementary School, Cambridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Brooks Crossing Elementary School?
498 students attend Brooks Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Brooks Crossing Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooks Crossing Elementary School?
Brooks Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooks Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Brooks Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooks Crossing Elementary School part of?
Brooks Crossing Elementary School is part of South Brunswick School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I love this school. I love to study in it. Just the teachers are not nice.
5 10/10/2025
this school is good.
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