Needs Improvement
#2363 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School
Middle School · Trenton Public School District
1300 Stuyvesant Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08618
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,363 of 2,466
In Trenton
#18 of 32
public schools
In district
#11 of 25
Trenton Public School District
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About Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School is a public middle school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,363 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
37% of students at Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School — Students at Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 13 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School Compares
See how Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1300 Stuyvesant Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gilmore J Fisher Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Ewing), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School (rated 3.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Arthur J. Holland Middle School (rated 3.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,179
Median Home Value
$211,800
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
37,162
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro, NJ | 3.7 |
| Patrick F. Healy Middle School East Orange, NJ | 3.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary Union, NJ | 3.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School Trenton, NJ | 3.8 |
| Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School Vineland, NJ | 3.6 |
| Arthur J. Holland Middle School Trenton, NJ | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School
What grades does Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School serve?
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School?
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School rank in NJ?
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School ranks #2,363 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).
Is Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School?
61.7% of students at Joyce Kilmer Intermediate 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (609) 656-4800
Resources & Links
District
Trenton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 15,459
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,662
- District Rank
- #11 of 25
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