Serving 802 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Menlo Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Park 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
Menlo Park Elementary School's student population of 802 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Menlo Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menlo Park Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#230 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
82%
11%
Hispanic
6%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
3%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Mutts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menlo Park Elementary School's ranking?
Menlo Park Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Menlo Park Elementary School often compared to?
Menlo Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Menlo Park Elementary School?
802 students attend Menlo Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Menlo Park Elementary School students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menlo Park Elementary School?
Menlo Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Menlo Park Elementary School offer ?
Menlo Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menlo Park Elementary School part of?
Menlo Park Elementary School is part of Edison Township School District.
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