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#1344 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Greater Brunswick Charter School
Elementary School · Greater Brunswick Charter School
429 JOYCE KILMER AVENUE, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,344 of 2,466
In New Brunswick
#5 of 12
public schools
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Greater Brunswick Charter School
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About Greater Brunswick Charter School
Greater Brunswick Charter School is a public elementary school in New Brunswick, NJ, part of Greater Brunswick Charter School. Greater Brunswick Charter School serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Greater Brunswick Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,344 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Greater Brunswick Charter School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Greater Brunswick Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Greater Brunswick Charter School — Students at Greater Brunswick Charter School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 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: 8.4/10.
How Greater Brunswick Charter School Compares
See how Greater Brunswick Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
429 JOYCE KILMER AVENUE, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greater Brunswick Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is A Chester Redshaw School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Livingston Park (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Brunswick, see our New Brunswick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,248
Median Home Value
$316,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
56,766
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
24.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greater Brunswick Charter School
What grades does Greater Brunswick Charter School serve?
Greater Brunswick Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Greater Brunswick Charter School?
Greater Brunswick Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greater Brunswick Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Greater Brunswick Charter School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greater Brunswick Charter School rank in NJ?
Greater Brunswick Charter School ranks #1,344 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Greater Brunswick Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Greater Brunswick Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Greater Brunswick Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greater Brunswick Charter School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Greater Brunswick Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Greater Brunswick Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Greater Brunswick Charter School a Title I school?
No, Greater Brunswick Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greater Brunswick Charter School?
75.8% of students at Greater Brunswick Charter 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (732) 448-1052
Resources & Links
District
Greater Brunswick Charter School- District Enrollment
- 403
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,251
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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