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Kings Road School

Elementary School · Madison Public School District

215 KINGS ROAD, Madison, NJ 07940

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,616 of 2,466

In Madison

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Madison Public School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Kings Road School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Madison · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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7.5/10

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About Kings Road School

Kings Road School is a public elementary school in Madison, NJ, part of Madison Public School District. Kings Road School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kings Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,616 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

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

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.7 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,792
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Kings Road School — Students at Kings Road School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.4% (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
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
72%
ELA
70.4%
2025
Math
62.8%
ELA
72.6%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Kings Road School Compares

See how Kings Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

Location

215 KINGS ROAD, Madison, NJ 07940

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kings Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Briarwood School (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Florham Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lafayette Avenue School (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHATHAM DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Junior School Madison 0.6 mi 8.7
Chatham Middle School Chatham 0.8 mi 7.5
Central Avenue School Madison 1.0 mi 6.2
MADISON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison 0.9 mi
ST VINCENT MARTYR SCHOOL Madison 1.0 mi 5.2
Lafayette Avenue School Chatham 1.2 mi 6.8
Chatham High School Chatham 1.2 mi 6.3
Washington Avenue School Chatham 1.1 mi 5.2
RAINBOW MONTESSORI Madison 1.1 mi
Southern Boulevard School Chatham 1.4 mi 5.5
ECLC OF NEW JERSEY Chatham 1.2 mi 6.9
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF CHATHAM Chatham 1.2 mi
MAGIC KINGDOM DAY NURSERY Florham Park 1.2 mi
Madison High School Madison 1.5 mi 7.4
Milton Avenue School Chatham 1.2 mi 6.0
SPROUT HOUSE Chatham 1.4 mi
Torey J. Sabatini School Madison 1.4 mi 6.3
Ridgedale Middle School Florham Park 2.0 mi 6.4
CHATHAM DAY SCHOOL Chatham 1.6 mi 6.4
Briarwood School Florham Park 2.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,520

Median Home Value

$883,200

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

17,675

College Educated

70.7%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kings Road School

What grades does Kings Road School serve?

Kings Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Kings Road School?

Kings Road School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kings Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kings Road School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kings Road School rank in NJ?

Kings Road School ranks #1,616 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Kings Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kings Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Kings Road School?

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

Is Kings Road School a charter school?

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

Is Kings Road School a Title I school?

No, Kings Road School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kings Road School?

5.5% of students at Kings Road 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

Madison Public School District
District Enrollment
2,485
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,792
District Rank
#5 of 5

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