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Battle Monument Intermediate School

Middle School · Trenton Public School District

145 PENNINGTON AVENUE, Trenton, NJ 08618

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

3.5

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,392 of 2,466

In Trenton

#20 of 32

public schools

In district

#13 of 25

Trenton Public School District

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Battle Monument Intermediate School

3.5/10

Middle School in Trenton · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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About Battle Monument Intermediate School

Battle Monument Intermediate School is a public middle school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Battle Monument Intermediate School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Battle Monument Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,392 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Battle Monument Intermediate School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.5
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Battle Monument Intermediate School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

36% of students at Battle Monument Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics1.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency4.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-42.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-46.7 pts
Overall Proficiency4% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-24.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,662
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Battle Monument Intermediate School — Students at Battle Monument Intermediate School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 12.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 12.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2024
Math
1.7%
ELA
5.3%
2025
Math
3.2%
ELA
4.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Battle Monument Intermediate School Compares

See how Battle Monument Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
3th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

Location

145 PENNINGTON AVENUE, Trenton, NJ 08618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Battle Monument Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School (rated 3.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Arthur J. Holland Middle School (rated 3.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ulysses S. Grant School (rated 3.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Luis Munoz-Rivera Elementary School Trenton 0.4 mi 3.7
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton 0.5 mi 6.5
Daylight/Twilight High School Trenton 0.6 mi 3.0
Foundation Academy Charter School Trenton 0.5 mi 5.8
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF TRENTON Trenton 0.5 mi
Trenton Central High School-9th Grade Academy Trenton 0.6 mi 2.3
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School Trenton 0.6 mi 3.1
Cadwalader Elementary School Trenton 0.6 mi 3.3
Ulysses S. Grant School Trenton 0.8 mi 3.4
Parkway Elementary School Ewing 1.1 mi 4.9
Joseph Stokes Elementary School Trenton 1.1 mi 3.0
Clara Parker Intermediate School Trenton 1.3 mi 3.4
Paul Robeson Charter School for the Humanities Trenton 1.2 mi 5.8
Carroll Robbins Elementary School Trenton 1.3 mi 4.9
Arthur J. Holland Middle School Trenton 1.3 mi 3.5
Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School Ewing 1.7 mi 4.0
Darlene C. McKnight Elementary Trenton 1.4 mi 3.5
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School Trenton 1.5 mi 3.8
Patton J. Hill Elementary School Trenton 1.4 mi 5.0
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Morrisville 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,179

Median Home Value

$211,800

Median Rent

$1,117/mo

Population

37,162

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

41.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

33.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arthur J. Holland Middle School Trenton, NJ 3.5
Clara Parker Intermediate School Trenton, NJ 3.4
Pride Academy Charter School East Orange, NJ 3.4
Ulysses S. Grant School Trenton, NJ 3.4
Veterans Memorial Middle Vineland, NJ 3.4
Grace A Dunn Middle School Trenton, NJ 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Battle Monument Intermediate School

What grades does Battle Monument Intermediate School serve?

Battle Monument Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Battle Monument Intermediate School?

Battle Monument Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Battle Monument Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Battle Monument Intermediate School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Battle Monument Intermediate School rank in NJ?

Battle Monument Intermediate School ranks #2,392 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Battle Monument Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Battle Monument Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Battle Monument Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Battle Monument Intermediate School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Battle Monument Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Battle Monument Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Battle Monument Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Battle Monument Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Battle Monument Intermediate School?

70.0% of students at Battle Monument Intermediate School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

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