Needs Improvement
#2362 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School
Elementary School · Trenton Public School District
401 North Montgomery St, Trenton, NJ 08638
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,362 of 2,466
In Trenton
#17 of 32
public schools
In district
#10 of 25
Trenton Public School District
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Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School
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About Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School
Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School is a public elementary school in Trenton, NJ, part of Trenton Public School District. Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,362 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 2% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary 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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Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School — Students at Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School Compares
See how Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 North Montgomery St, Trenton, NJ 08638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is International Charter School (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul Robeson Charter School for the Humanities (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Trenton, see our Trenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,650
Median Home Value
$226,700
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
23,373
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
35.8
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| E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lindenwold School Five Lindenwold, NJ | 3.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Rahway, NJ | 3.7 |
| Whitehouse School Whitehouse Station, NJ | 3.7 |
| Academy Street Elementary School Dover, NJ | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School
What grades does Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School serve?
Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School?
Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School rank in NJ?
Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School ranks #2,362 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary 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 Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 2% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).
Is Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School a charter school?
No, Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary School?
32.2% of students at Luis Munoz-rivera Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (609) 656-4841
Resources & Links
District
Trenton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 15,459
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,662
- District Rank
- #10 of 25
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