Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cranbury School ranks in the top 10% 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 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cranbury 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Cranbury School's student population of 438 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cranbury 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 Cranbury School is 0.65, 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
#150 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
50%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranbury School's ranking?
Cranbury School is ranked #150 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cranbury School?
438 students attend Cranbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cranbury School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cranbury School?
Cranbury School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cranbury School offer ?
Cranbury School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cranbury School part of?
Cranbury School is part of Cranbury Township School District.
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