Below Average
#2185 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy
High School · Area Vocational Technical School District of Mercer County
129 Bull Run Road, Pennington, NJ 08534
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,185 of 2,466
In Pennington
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Area Vocational Technical School District of Mercer County
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Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy
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About Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy is a public high school in Pennington, NJ, part of Area Vocational Technical School District of Mercer County. Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,185 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy — Students at Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 16 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: 1.5/10.
How Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy Compares
See how Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy 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
129 Bull Run Road, Pennington, NJ 08534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE PENNINGTON SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lawrenceville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mercer County Technical School STEM Academy (rated 6.3/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pennington, see our Pennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,491
Median Home Value
$573,100
Median Rent
$2,106/mo
Population
13,174
College Educated
71.9%
Homeownership
85.6%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy
What grades does Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy serve?
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy?
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy rank in NJ?
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy ranks #2,185 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy?
42.1% of students at Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.1%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (609) 737-9784
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Area Vocational Technical School District of Mercer County- District Enrollment
- 365
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,756
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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