Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Crim Primary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CRIM Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bridgewater, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crim Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Crim Primary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crim Primary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crim Primary School is 0.60, 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
#674 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
19%
11%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
59%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Colts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crim Primary School's ranking?
Crim Primary School is ranked #674 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Crim Primary School often compared to?
Crim Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Primary School, Van Holten Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Crim Primary School?
396 students attend Crim Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Crim Primary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crim Primary School?
Crim Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crim Primary School offer ?
Crim Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crim Primary School part of?
Crim Primary School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Crim Primary School located?
Crim Primary School is located in the Martinsville neighborhood of Bridgewater, NJ.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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