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John Adams

Elementary School · North Brunswick Township School District

1450 REDMOND STREET, North Brunswick, NJ 08902

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,390 of 2,466

In North Brunswick

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

North Brunswick Township School District

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John Adams

6.2/10

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

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About John Adams

John Adams is a public elementary school in North Brunswick, NJ, part of North Brunswick Township School District. John Adams serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,390 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for John Adams show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,750
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

John Adams — Students at John Adams score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
78%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
44.8%
ELA
38.3%
2025
Math
45.6%
ELA
39.6%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How John Adams Compares

See how John Adams performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Location

1450 REDMOND STREET, North Brunswick, NJ 08902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Adams may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is MacAfee Road School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arthur M. Judd (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Brunswick, see our North Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE SPRING MONTESSORI ACADEMY North Brunswick 0.8 mi
GODDARD SCHOOL NORTH BRUNSWICK North Brunswick 0.9 mi
Livingston Park North Brunswick 0.9 mi 7.5
New Brunswick High School New Brunswick 1.2 mi 3.7
Arthur M. Judd North Brunswick 1.4 mi 7.7
New Brunswick Middle School New Brunswick 1.3 mi 5.9
North Brunswick Township High School North Brunswick 1.4 mi 4.3
Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus Somerset 1.7 mi 5.7
Mckinley Community School New Brunswick 1.6 mi 6.1
Hillcrest School Somerset 1.9 mi 7.0
Linwood School North Brunswick 1.6 mi 5.0
North Brunswick Twp Early Childhood Center North Brunswick 1.6 mi 5.8
MacAfee Road School Somerset 2.1 mi 8.2
Greater Brunswick Charter School New Brunswick 1.8 mi 6.2
North Brunswick Twp. Middle School North Brunswick 2.4 mi 5.9
Parsons North Brunswick 1.9 mi 6.8
ST MATTHIAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Somerset 2.5 mi 6.5
Pine Grove Manor School Somerset 2.5 mi 8.6
Conerly Road School Somerset 2.7 mi 5.0
Blanquita B. Valenti Community School New Brunswick 2.4 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,671

Median Home Value

$402,400

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

43,146

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

58.2%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Adams

What grades does John Adams serve?

John Adams serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend John Adams?

John Adams has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams?

The student-teacher ratio at John Adams is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Adams rank in NJ?

John Adams ranks #1,390 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is John Adams's MySchoolScout rating?

John Adams 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 John Adams?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John Adams a charter school?

No, John Adams is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John Adams a Title I school?

No, John Adams is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Adams?

41.7% of students at John Adams 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

North Brunswick Township School District
District Enrollment
5,950
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,750
District Rank
#4 of 8

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