Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mott Elementary 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mott Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mott Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2173 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
82%
32%
Black
16%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mott Elementary School's ranking?
Mott Elementary School is ranked #2173 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mott Elementary School often compared to?
Mott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mott Elementary School?
486 students attend Mott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mott Elementary School?
Mott Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mott Elementary School offer ?
Mott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mott Elementary School part of?
Mott Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mott Elementary School located?
Mott Elementary School is located in the South Trenton neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in South Trenton.
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