Serving 1,160 students in grades 6-8, Melvin H. Kreps Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School's student population of 1,160 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1400 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
48%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
23%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School's ranking?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is ranked #1400 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Melvin H. Kreps Middle School?
1,160 students attend Melvin H. Kreps Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Melvin H. Kreps Middle School offer ?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School part of?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is part of East Windsor Regional School District.
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