Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Milltown Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 86% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milltown Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Milltown Primary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Milltown Primary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milltown Primary School is 0.57, 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
#119 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
63%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
14%
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
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Milltown Primary School's ranking?
Milltown Primary School is ranked #119 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Milltown Primary School often compared to?
Milltown Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Holten Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Milltown Primary School?
355 students attend Milltown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Milltown Primary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milltown Primary School?
Milltown Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Milltown Primary School offer ?
Milltown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milltown Primary School part of?
Milltown Primary School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
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