Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peter Muschal Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Muschal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Peter Muschal Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Peter Muschal Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter Muschal Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#491 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
65%
38%
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
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Muschal Elementary School's ranking?
Peter Muschal Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Peter Muschal Elementary School often compared to?
Peter Muschal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Barton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Peter Muschal Elementary School?
480 students attend Peter Muschal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Peter Muschal Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter Muschal Elementary School?
Peter Muschal Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peter Muschal Elementary School offer ?
Peter Muschal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter Muschal Elementary School part of?
Peter Muschal Elementary School is part of Bordentown Regional School District.
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