Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Monroe Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Monroe Elementary 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 James Monroe Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#762 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
38%
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
12%
14%
White
18%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
James Monroe Elementary School is ranked #762 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are James Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
James Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menlo Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Elementary School?
537 students attend James Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of James Monroe Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Monroe Elementary School?
James Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Monroe Elementary School offer ?
James Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Monroe Elementary School part of?
James Monroe Elementary School is part of Edison Township School District.
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