Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cambridge 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 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cambridge Elementary School serves the west part of Kendall Park, NJ, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge 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
Cambridge Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cambridge 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 Cambridge Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#228 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Cambridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cambridge Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cambridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cambridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks Crossing Elementary School, Constable Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Elementary School?
416 students attend Cambridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cambridge Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridge Elementary School?
Cambridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cambridge Elementary School offer ?
Cambridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Elementary School part of?
Cambridge Elementary School is part of South Brunswick School District.
In what neighborhood is Cambridge Elementary School located?
Cambridge Elementary School is located in the Monmouth Junction neighborhood of Kendall Park, NJ.
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