Philipsburg Primary School serves 420 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Attendance Zone: Barber Elementary School serves a central area in Phillipsburg, NJ, encompassing approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philipsburg Primary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Philipsburg Primary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
34%
35%
Black
22%
14%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stateliners
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Philipsburg Primary School often compared to?
Philipsburg Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Philipsburg Primary School?
420 students attend Philipsburg Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Philipsburg Primary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philipsburg Primary School?
Philipsburg Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Philipsburg Primary School offer ?
Philipsburg Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philipsburg Primary School part of?
Philipsburg Primary School is part of Phillipsburg School District.
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