Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, John Adams ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Adams ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
John Adams's student population of 527 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
John Adams 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 John Adams is 0.76, 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
#984 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
28%
11%
Hispanic
33%
34%
Black
19%
14%
White
14%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Adams's ranking?
John Adams is ranked #984 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are John Adams often compared to?
John Adamsis often viewed alongside schools like Livingston Park, Arthur M. Judd by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend John Adams?
527 students attend John Adams.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of John Adams students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Adams?
John Adams has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Adams offer ?
John Adams offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Adams part of?
John Adams is part of North Brunswick Township School District.
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