Serving 1,022 students in grades 5-8, Pond Road Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pond Road Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Trenton, NJ, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.4 miles, with the furthest edge being 4.7 miles away, and families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pond Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pond Road Middle School's student population of 1,022 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,022 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Rankings
Pond Road Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pond Road Middle School is 0.62, 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
#540 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
48%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pond Road Middle School's ranking?
Pond Road Middle School is ranked #540 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Pond Road Middle School often compared to?
Pond Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas R Grover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Pond Road Middle School?
1,022 students attend Pond Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pond Road Middle School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pond Road Middle School?
Pond Road Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pond Road Middle School offer ?
Pond Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pond Road Middle School part of?
Pond Road Middle School is part of Robbinsville Public School District.
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