Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cambridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambridge Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Cambridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#221 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
53%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
28%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cambridge Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cambridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cambridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Elementary School?
427 students attend Cambridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cambridge Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Elementary School?
Cambridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cambridge Elementary School offer ?
Cambridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Elementary School part of?
Cambridge Elementary School is part of South Brunswick School District.
In what neighborhood is Cambridge Elementary School located?
Cambridge Elementary School is located in the Monmouth Junction neighborhood of Kendall Park, NJ.
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