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Milltown Primary School

Elementary School · Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

611 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,298 of 2,466

In Bridgewater

#11 of 13

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Milltown Primary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Bridgewater · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Milltown Primary School

Milltown Primary School is a public elementary school in Bridgewater, NJ, part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Milltown Primary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Milltown Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,298 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Milltown Primary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+39.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.3 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,937
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Milltown Primary School — Students at Milltown Primary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
88.6%
ELA
86.5%
2025
Math
87.2%
ELA
79.2%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Milltown Primary School Compares

See how Milltown Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

Location

611 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Milltown Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Van Holten Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stony Brook School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Branchburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Branchburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgewater, see our Bridgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BRIDGEWATER Bridgewater 0.2 mi
KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Branchburg 0.4 mi 7.4
Van Holten Primary School Bridgewater 1.1 mi 8.8
JOHNSON & JOHNSON CHILD DEVT CTR OF SOMERSET CNTY Raritan 1.7 mi
Eisenhower Intermediate School Bridgewater 1.7 mi 6.9
THE MIDLAND SCHOOL North Branch 1.6 mi 8.0
CHILDREN'S CORNER AT BRIDGEWATER UMC Bridgewater 1.6 mi
Stony Brook School Branchburg 2.0 mi 8.2
Bradley Gardens Primary School Bridgewater 2.5 mi 5.8
John F. Kennedy Primary School Raritan 2.4 mi 6.4
Bridgewater-Raritan High School Bridgewater 2.1 mi 6.2
THE CREATIVE CAMPUS AT OLD YORK SCHOOL Branchburg 2.9 mi
BLAUSTEIN EARLY CHILDHOOD Bridgewater 2.4 mi
THE LEARNING GATE Raritan 2.9 mi
ST ANN CLASSICAL ACADEMY Raritan 2.8 mi 6.5
Branchburg Central Middle School Branchburg 2.7 mi 6.2
SOMERSET HILLS LEARNING INSTITUTE Bedminster 3.4 mi
Hillside Intermediate School Bridgewater 3.1 mi 8.1
IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL Somerville 3.1 mi 7.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Somerville 3.2 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$165,983

Median Home Value

$562,400

Median Rent

$2,092/mo

Population

38,438

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Milltown Primary School

What grades does Milltown Primary School serve?

Milltown Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Milltown Primary School?

Milltown Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Milltown Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Milltown Primary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Milltown Primary School rank in NJ?

Milltown Primary School ranks #1,298 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Milltown Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Milltown Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Milltown Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Milltown Primary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Milltown Primary School a charter school?

No, Milltown Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Milltown Primary School a Title I school?

No, Milltown Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milltown Primary School?

7.0% of students at Milltown Primary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

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