Excellent
#277 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 11% in state
Macafee Road School
Elementary School · Franklin Township Public School District
53 Macafee Road, Somerset, NJ 08873
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#277 of 2,466
In Somerset
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Franklin Township Public School District
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Macafee Road School
Elementary School in Somerset · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Macafee Road School
Macafee Road School is a public elementary school in Somerset, NJ, part of Franklin Township Public School District. Macafee Road School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Macafee Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Macafee Road School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Macafee Road School — Students at Macafee Road School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31%
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: 8.6/10.
How Macafee Road School Compares
See how Macafee Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
53 Macafee Road, Somerset, NJ 08873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Macafee Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Livingston Park (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Somerset, see our Somerset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,866
Median Home Value
$438,600
Median Rent
$1,942/mo
Population
55,862
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Macafee Road School
What grades does Macafee Road School serve?
Macafee Road School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Macafee Road School?
Macafee Road School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Macafee Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Macafee Road School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Macafee Road School rank in NJ?
Macafee Road School ranks #277 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Macafee Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Macafee Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Macafee Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Macafee Road School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Macafee Road School a charter school?
No, Macafee Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Macafee Road School a Title I school?
No, Macafee Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Macafee Road School?
31.0% of students at Macafee 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (732) 249-9097
Resources & Links
District
Franklin Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,352
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,781
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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