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Brunswick Acres Elementary School

Elementary School · South Brunswick School District

41 KORY DRIVE, Kendall Park, NJ 08824

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,666 of 2,466

In Kendall Park

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 10

South Brunswick School District

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Brunswick Acres Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Kendall Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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7.9/10

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About Brunswick Acres Elementary School

Brunswick Acres Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kendall Park, NJ, part of South Brunswick School District. Brunswick Acres Elementary School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brunswick Acres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,666 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Brunswick Acres Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,380
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Brunswick Acres Elementary School — Students at Brunswick Acres Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
87%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2024
Math
56.8%
ELA
51.7%
2025
Math
53%
ELA
53.8%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Brunswick Acres Elementary School Compares

See how Brunswick Acres Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

41 KORY DRIVE, Kendall Park, NJ 08824

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brunswick Acres Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenbrook Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arthur M. Judd (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Park School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kendall Park, see our Kendall Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin Park School Franklin Park 0.9 mi 7.6
Greenbrook Elementary School Kendall Park 1.3 mi 7.9
Claremont Elementary School Franklin Park 1.5 mi 7.6
North Brunswick Twp. Middle School North Brunswick 1.8 mi 5.9
Brooks Crossing Elementary School Monmouth Junction 2.5 mi 6.7
Cambridge Elementary School Kendall Park 2.2 mi 6.6
GODDARD SCHOOL NORTH BRUNSWICK North Brunswick 2.3 mi
Crossroads North Middle School Monmouth Junction 3.1 mi 7.7
Crossroads South Middle School Monmouth Junction 3.3 mi 8.5
John Adams North Brunswick 2.9 mi 6.2
Constable Elementary School Kendall Park 2.9 mi 5.3
MONTESSORI ACADEMY & LEARNING CENTER Dayton 3.7 mi
Arthur M. Judd North Brunswick 3.0 mi 7.7
LITTLE SPRING MONTESSORI ACADEMY North Brunswick 3.1 mi
MONTESSORI CONNECTIONS Dayton 3.8 mi
Monmouth Junction Elementary School Monmouth Junction 4.0 mi 7.6
North Brunswick Township High School North Brunswick 3.4 mi 4.3
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus Somerset 4.3 mi 6.6
NOOR-UL-IMAN SCHOOL Monmouth Junction 3.8 mi 7.2
Livingston Park North Brunswick 3.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$180,888

Median Home Value

$602,500

Median Rent

$1,963/mo

Population

13,866

College Educated

65.7%

Homeownership

88.6%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brunswick Acres Elementary School

What grades does Brunswick Acres Elementary School serve?

Brunswick Acres Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brunswick Acres Elementary School?

Brunswick Acres Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brunswick Acres Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brunswick Acres Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brunswick Acres Elementary School rank in NJ?

Brunswick Acres Elementary School ranks #1,666 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Brunswick Acres Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brunswick Acres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Brunswick Acres Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brunswick Acres Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brunswick Acres Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brunswick Acres Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brunswick Acres Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brunswick Acres Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brunswick Acres Elementary School?

20.7% of students at Brunswick Acres 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

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