Serving 754 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Joyce Kilmer 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 4% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joyce Kilmer School's student population of 754 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joyce Kilmer 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 Joyce Kilmer School is 0.29, 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
#2169 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
83%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyce Kilmer School's ranking?
Joyce Kilmer School is ranked #2169 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Joyce Kilmer School often compared to?
Joyce Kilmer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace A Dunn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joyce Kilmer School?
754 students attend Joyce Kilmer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Joyce Kilmer School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joyce Kilmer School?
Joyce Kilmer School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joyce Kilmer School offer ?
Joyce Kilmer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Joyce Kilmer School part of?
Joyce Kilmer School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Joyce Kilmer School located?
Joyce Kilmer School is located in the Cadwalader Heights neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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