Serving 542 students in grades 4-6, Grant 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grant Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#2133 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
73%
33%
Black
27%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Elementary School's ranking?
Grant Elementary School is ranked #2133 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Grant Elementary School often compared to?
Grant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Parker Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Grant Elementary School?
542 students attend Grant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Grant Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 27% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grant Elementary School?
Grant Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grant Elementary School offer ?
Grant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Grant Elementary School part of?
Grant Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant Elementary School located?
Grant Elementary School is located in the Ewing and Carroll neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Ewing and Carroll.
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