Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunnybrae 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunnybrae Elementary School serves the southern part of Trenton, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunnybrae Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunnybrae Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnybrae Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1444 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
20%
14%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnybrae Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnybrae Elementary School is ranked #1444 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Sunnybrae Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnybrae Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton East - Steinert by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sunnybrae Elementary School?
278 students attend Sunnybrae Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Sunnybrae Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnybrae Elementary School?
Sunnybrae Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunnybrae Elementary School offer ?
Sunnybrae Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnybrae Elementary School part of?
Sunnybrae Elementary School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunnybrae Elementary School located?
Sunnybrae Elementary School is located in the Yardville Groveville neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Yardville Groveville.
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