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Parkview School

Elementary School · Milltown School District

80 VIOLET TERRACE, Milltown, NJ 08850

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,859 of 2,466

In Milltown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Milltown School District

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Parkview School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Milltown · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Parkview School

Parkview School is a public elementary school in Milltown, NJ, part of Milltown School District. Parkview School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,859 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Parkview School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,391
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Parkview School — Students at Parkview School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
49.4%
2025
Math
60.9%
ELA
48.2%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Parkview School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
25th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

80 VIOLET TERRACE, Milltown, NJ 08850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkview School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A Chester Redshaw School (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parsons (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milltown, see our Milltown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
GOOD DAY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Milltown 0.3 mi
UNITARIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Brunswick 0.5 mi
Joyce Kilmer School Milltown 0.5 mi 6.5
Lawrence Brook Elementary School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 6.7
ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL East Brunswick 1.3 mi 5.5
Memorial Elementary School East Brunswick 1.3 mi 6.2
YESHIVAT NETIVOT MONTESSORI East Brunswick 1.5 mi 6.2
Churchill Junior High School East Brunswick 1.3 mi 5.9
Warnsdorfer Elementary School East Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.0
MELAMED ACADEMY East Brunswick 2.1 mi 4.3
Parsons North Brunswick 2.0 mi 6.8
Linwood School North Brunswick 2.0 mi 5.0
North Brunswick Twp Early Childhood Center North Brunswick 2.0 mi 5.8
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 1.9 mi 6.8
Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts New Brunswick 2.4 mi 7.2
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 2.1 mi 5.3
North Brunswick Township High School North Brunswick 2.0 mi 4.3
Lord Stirling Elementary School New Brunswick 2.7 mi 5.2
Livingston Elementary School New Brunswick 2.6 mi 5.5
A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick 2.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,331

Median Home Value

$436,600

Median Rent

$1,520/mo

Population

8,442

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

1.4%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkview School

What grades does Parkview School serve?

Parkview School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Parkview School?

Parkview School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkview School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkview School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parkview School rank in NJ?

Parkview School ranks #1,859 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Parkview School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Parkview School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkview School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Parkview School a charter school?

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

Is Parkview School a Title I school?

No, Parkview School is not currently a Title I school.

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

18.1% of students at Parkview 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

Milltown School District
District Enrollment
815
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,391
District Rank
#2 of 2

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