Serving 500 students in grades 6-8, Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool 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% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 6%
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
37%
34%
Black
60%
15%
White
2%
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 (20-21)
2%
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool?
500 students attend Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool?
Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool offer ?
Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool part of?
Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool located?
Luis Munoz-rivera MiddleSchool is located in the Battle Monument neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Battle Monument.
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