Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kirby's Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirby's Mill Elementary 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
School Overview
Kirby's Mill Elementary School's student population of 402 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Kirby's Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirby's Mill 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
#127 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
65%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirby's Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Kirby's Mill Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kirby's Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Kirby's Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kirby's Mill Elementary School?
402 students attend Kirby's Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Kirby's Mill Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirby's Mill Elementary School?
Kirby's Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kirby's Mill Elementary School offer ?
Kirby's Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirby's Mill Elementary School part of?
Kirby's Mill Elementary School is part of Medford Township School District.
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