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#1496 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
Elementary School · Metuchen Public School District
16 SIMPSON PLACE, Metuchen, NJ 08840
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Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,496 of 2,466
In Metuchen
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Metuchen Public School District
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Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
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About Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School is a public elementary school in Metuchen, NJ, part of Metuchen Public School District. Mildred B.
Moss Elementary School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mildred B. Moss Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,496 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Mildred B. Moss Elementary School 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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Test Scores
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How Mildred B. Moss Elementary School Compares
See how Mildred B. Moss Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16 SIMPSON PLACE, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mildred B. Moss Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodbrook Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores notably higher. Another option is Campbell Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Menlo Park Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Metuchen, see our Metuchen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALLICORP DBA FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY CHILD CARE CEN Metuchen | 0.4 mi | — |
| EDGAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Metuchen | 0.5 mi | — |
| Edgar Middle School Metuchen | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Metuchen | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Campbell Elementary School Metuchen | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Metuchen High School Metuchen | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PRECIOUS GEMS MONTESSORI Metuchen | 0.9 mi | — |
| Herbert Hoover Middle School Edison | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Edison | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Metuchen | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EDISON Edison | 1.6 mi | — |
| James Monroe Elementary School Edison | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Menlo Park Elementary School Edison | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Edison | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Edison | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodbrook Elementary School Edison | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY Edison | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Edison | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Fords Middle School Fords | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| STEM ACADEMY FOR YOUNG KIDS Edison | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,938
Median Home Value
$517,700
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
17,934
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
39.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edith M. Decker Elementary School Mt. Arlington, NJ | 6.0 |
| Fredon Township School Newton, NJ | 6.0 |
| HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC Woodbury, NJ | 6.0 |
| Lebanon Borough School Lebanon, NJ | 6.0 |
| North Cliff School Englewood Cliffs, NJ | 6.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School North Arlington, NJ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
What grades does Mildred B. Moss Elementary School serve?
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Mildred B. Moss Elementary School?
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred B. Moss Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mildred B. Moss Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mildred B. Moss Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School ranks #1,496 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mildred B. Moss Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mildred B. Moss Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mildred B. Moss Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mildred B. Moss Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mildred B. Moss Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (732) 321-8700
Resources & Links
District
Metuchen Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,303
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,646
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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