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#1219 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 49% in state
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School
Elementary School · Trenton Public School District
500 RUTHERFORD AVENUE, Trenton, NJ 08618
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,219 of 2,466
In Trenton
#2 of 32
public schools
In district
#2 of 25
Trenton Public School District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School
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About Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is a public elementary school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,219 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Benjamin C Gregory Elementary 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.
58% of students at Benjamin C Gregory Elementary 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
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Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School — Students at Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.9/10.
How Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Compares
See how Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 RUTHERFORD AVENUE, Trenton, NJ 08618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Elementary School (rated 4.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Ewing), a more accessible option. Additionally, Morrisville Intermediate Sch (rated 4.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School
What grades does Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School serve?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School rank in NJ?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School ranks #1,219 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School a charter school?
No, Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School?
74.2% of students at Benjamin C Gregory Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (609) 656-4740
Resources & Links
District
Trenton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 15,459
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,662
- District Rank
- #2 of 25
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