Peter Muschal Elementary School serves 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Peter Muschal Elementary School placed 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%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peter Muschal Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peter Muschal Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Peter Muschal Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#806 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Muschal Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Muschal Elementary School is ranked #806 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Peter Muschal Elementary School often compared to?
Peter Muschal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Barton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Peter Muschal Elementary School?
499 students attend Peter Muschal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Peter Muschal Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter Muschal Elementary School?
Peter Muschal Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peter Muschal Elementary School offer ?
Peter Muschal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Peter Muschal Elementary School part of?
Peter Muschal Elementary School is part of Bordentown Regional School District.
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