Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lord Stirling Elementary 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 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lord Stirling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lord Stirling Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare, Empower and Inspire
School Mascot
Lord Stirling
School Rankings
Lord Stirling Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lord Stirling Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#1941 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
94%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
n/a
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
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lord Stirling
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lord Stirling Elementary School's ranking?
Lord Stirling Elementary School is ranked #1941 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lord Stirling Elementary School often compared to?
Lord Stirling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lord Stirling Elementary School?
470 students attend Lord Stirling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lord Stirling Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lord Stirling Elementary School?
Lord Stirling Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lord Stirling Elementary School offer ?
Lord Stirling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lord Stirling Elementary School part of?
Lord Stirling Elementary School is part of New Brunswick School District.
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