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James Madison Primary School

Elementary School · Edison Township School District

840 NEW DOVER ROAD, Edison, NJ 08820

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 17 schools in Edison. Learn more

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,686 of 2,466

In Edison

#16 of 20

public schools

In district

#15 of 19

Edison Township School District

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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James Madison Primary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Edison · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Franklin D Roosevelt School

6.5/10

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James Madison Intermediate School

5.4/10

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About James Madison Primary School

James Madison Primary School is a public elementary school in Edison, NJ, part of Edison Township School District. James Madison Primary School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. James Madison Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,686 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.0Excellent55%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 17 schools in Edison
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement45%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,118
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How James Madison Primary School Compares

See how James Madison Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Location

840 NEW DOVER ROAD, Edison, NJ 08820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James Madison Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martin Luther King Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Colonia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edison, see our Edison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison 0.0 mi 6.5
James Madison Intermediate School Edison 0.1 mi 5.4
ST HELENA SCHOOL Edison 0.3 mi 6.3
John P. Stevens High School Edison 0.6 mi 6.3
PLAZA CHILD CARE Edison 0.8 mi
John Adams Middle School Edison 1.0 mi 6.3
STEM ACADEMY FOR YOUNG KIDS Edison 1.3 mi
KEITH WOLD JOHNSON CHILD CENTER Edison 1.2 mi
Martin Luther King Elementary School Edison 1.2 mi 6.8
Lynn Crest Elementary School Colonia 1.2 mi 5.8
Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School Colonia 1.4 mi 6.6
Menlo Park Elementary School Edison 1.7 mi 6.9
WARDLAW-HARTRIDGE SCHOOL Edison 1.4 mi 7.7
JUMP IMMERSION SCHOOL/SALTA JUMP INTO SPANISH Edison 1.6 mi
Union County Magnet High School Scotch Plains 2.1 mi 7.2
Academy For Allied Health Sciences Scotch Plains 2.1 mi 7.7
Academy For Performing Arts Scotch Plains 2.1 mi 6.9
Union County Career & Technical Institute Scotch Plains 2.1 mi
Union County Tech Scotch Plains 2.1 mi 7.9
Academy For Information Technology Scotch Plains 2.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,453

Median Home Value

$597,700

Median Rent

$1,925/mo

Population

39,392

College Educated

71.1%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

43 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James Madison Primary School

What grades does James Madison Primary School serve?

James Madison Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend James Madison Primary School?

James Madison Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James Madison Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at James Madison Primary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James Madison Primary School rank in NJ?

James Madison Primary School ranks #1,686 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is James Madison Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

James Madison Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is James Madison Primary School a charter school?

No, James Madison Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James Madison Primary School a Title I school?

No, James Madison Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Madison Primary School?

15.5% of students at James Madison Primary 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

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