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#140 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 6% in state

Irwin Elementary School

Elementary School · East Brunswick Township School District

71 RACETRACK ROAD, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Enrollment

311

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#140 of 2,466

In East Brunswick

#3 of 13

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

East Brunswick Township School District

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Irwin Elementary School

8.6/10

Elementary School in East Brunswick · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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6.8/10

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About Irwin Elementary School

Irwin Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Brunswick, NJ, part of East Brunswick Township School District. Irwin Elementary School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Irwin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Irwin Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.6 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+22.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,586
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Irwin Elementary School — Students at Irwin Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
74%
ELA
68.9%
2025
Math
82.2%
ELA
69.6%

* 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 Irwin Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

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

71 RACETRACK ROAD, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irwin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frost Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chittick Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Brunswick, see our East Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 0.4 mi 6.9
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 0.6 mi 6.8
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 0.6 mi 5.3
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 0.8 mi 6.8
South River Primary School South River 0.9 mi 5.1
Chittick Elementary School East Brunswick 0.7 mi 7.4
South River High School South River 1.0 mi 4.0
South River Middle School South River 1.0 mi 4.5
South River Elementary School South River 1.0 mi 4.6
CROSSROADS EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Brunswick 1.3 mi
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 1.2 mi 9.1
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 1.6 mi 4.1
Bowne-Munro Elementary School East Brunswick 1.4 mi 9.3
DARUL ARQAM SCHOOL South River 1.7 mi 7.7
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 1.9 mi 5.2
Spotswood High School Spotswood 2.0 mi 5.9
Memorial Elementary School East Brunswick 1.6 mi 6.2
ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL East Brunswick 1.8 mi 5.5
YESHIVAT NETIVOT MONTESSORI East Brunswick 1.8 mi 6.2
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood 2.4 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,731

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

48,965

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irwin Elementary School

What grades does Irwin Elementary School serve?

Irwin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Irwin Elementary School?

Irwin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Irwin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Irwin Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irwin Elementary School rank in NJ?

Irwin Elementary School ranks #140 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Irwin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irwin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Irwin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irwin Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Irwin Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Irwin Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

26.0% of students at Irwin 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

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