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Johnson Park School

Elementary School · Princeton Public School District

285 ROSEDALE ROAD, Princeton, NJ 08540

Enrollment

388

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,274 of 2,466

In Princeton

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Princeton Public School District

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Johnson Park School

6.4/10

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

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6.7/10

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About Johnson Park School

Johnson Park School is a public elementary school in Princeton, NJ, part of Princeton Public School District. Johnson Park School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,274 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Johnson Park School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Johnson Park School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.5 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,034
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Johnson Park School — Students at Johnson Park School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
71.9%
ELA
71%
2025
Math
72.9%
ELA
64.4%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Johnson Park School Compares

See how Johnson Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Location

285 ROSEDALE ROAD, Princeton, NJ 08540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Johnson Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAPIN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PRINCETON INTERNATIONAL SCHL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Princeton 0.7 mi 7.7
PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton 1.0 mi 5.5
STUART COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton 1.3 mi 8.4
THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 1.0 mi 7.1
Community Park School Princeton 1.3 mi 7.8
PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL Princeton 1.6 mi 8.2
Princeton High School Princeton 1.7 mi 6.1
PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton 2.1 mi 7.9
ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 1.7 mi 6.0
Princeton Middle School Princeton 1.8 mi 8.4
Princeton Charter School Princeton 2.0 mi 7.6
CHAPIN SCHOOL Princeton 2.6 mi 8.0
PRINCETON JR SCHOOL Lawrenceville 2.9 mi 6.0
PRINCETON CHILD DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Princeton 2.6 mi 6.5
Riverside School Princeton 2.6 mi 6.7
Littlebrook School Princeton 2.7 mi 6.8
MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton 3.0 mi
WALDORF SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 3.6 mi 6.5
THE BLAWENBURG VILLAGE SCHOOL Skillman 4.2 mi
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 3.4 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,898

Median Home Value

$723,400

Median Rent

$2,083/mo

Population

49,499

College Educated

82.4%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Johnson Park School

What grades does Johnson Park School serve?

Johnson Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Johnson Park School?

Johnson Park School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Park School?

The student-teacher ratio at Johnson Park School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Johnson Park School rank in NJ?

Johnson Park School ranks #1,274 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Johnson Park School's MySchoolScout rating?

Johnson Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Johnson Park School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson Park School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Johnson Park School a charter school?

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

Is Johnson Park School a Title I school?

No, Johnson Park School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Johnson Park School?

21.6% of students at Johnson Park 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Johnson Park School stack up?

Riverside School
6.7
Littlebrook School
6.8
Community Park School
7.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Princeton Public School District
District Enrollment
3,827
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,034
District Rank
#5 of 6

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