Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Milltown Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Milltown Elementary School serves the west part of Bridgewater, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone typically live a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest point being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milltown Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milltown Primary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Milltown Primary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milltown Primary School is 0.58, 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
#117 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
62%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 15-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 Milltown Primary School's ranking?
Milltown Primary School is ranked #117 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Milltown Primary School often compared to?
Milltown Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Holten Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Milltown Primary School?
348 students attend Milltown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Milltown Primary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milltown Primary School?
Milltown Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milltown Primary School offer ?
Milltown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milltown Primary School part of?
Milltown Primary School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
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