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#1044 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 42% in state
Littlebrook School
Elementary School · Princeton Public School District
39 MAGNOLIA LANE, Princeton, NJ 08540
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,044 of 2,466
In Princeton
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Princeton Public School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Littlebrook School
Littlebrook School is a public elementary school in Princeton, NJ, part of Princeton Public School District. Littlebrook School serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Littlebrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,044 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Littlebrook School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Littlebrook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Littlebrook School — Students at Littlebrook School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Littlebrook School Compares
See how Littlebrook School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39 MAGNOLIA LANE, Princeton, NJ 08540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Littlebrook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Plainsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside School Princeton | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Princeton Charter School Princeton | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| EDEN SCHOOL Princeton | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON Princeton | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Community Park School Princeton | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton | 3.2 mi | — |
| STUART COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Johnson Park School Princeton | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Princeton | 3.4 mi | — |
| PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL Princeton | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Community Middle School Plainsboro | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North Plainsboro | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne, NJ | 6.8 |
| Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp, NJ | 6.8 |
| Avon Avenue School Newark, NJ | 6.8 |
| Bartle Elementary School Highland Park, NJ | 6.8 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Gibbstown, NJ | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary School East Brunswick, NJ | 6.8 |
Compare Littlebrook School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareLittlebrook School vs Riverside SchoolPRINCETON, NJ Peer score 6.7/10 -0.1 vs Littlebrook School
- CompareLittlebrook School vs Johnson Park SchoolPRINCETON, NJ Peer score 6.4/10 -0.4 vs Littlebrook School
- CompareLittlebrook School vs Community Park SchoolPRINCETON, NJ Peer score 7.8/10 +1.0 vs Littlebrook School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Littlebrook School
What grades does Littlebrook School serve?
Littlebrook School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Littlebrook School?
Littlebrook School has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Littlebrook School?
The student-teacher ratio at Littlebrook School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Littlebrook School rank in NJ?
Littlebrook School ranks #1,044 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Littlebrook School's MySchoolScout rating?
Littlebrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Littlebrook School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Littlebrook School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Littlebrook School a charter school?
No, Littlebrook School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Littlebrook School a Title I school?
No, Littlebrook School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Littlebrook School?
6.5% of students at Littlebrook 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (609) 806-4250
Resources & Links
District
Princeton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,827
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,034
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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