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Peter Muschal Elementary

Elementary School · Bordentown Regional School District

323 WARD AVE, Bordentown, NJ 08505

Enrollment

480

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,787 of 2,466

In Bordentown

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Bordentown Regional School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Peter Muschal Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Bordentown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Peter Muschal Elementary

Peter Muschal Elementary is a public elementary school in Bordentown, NJ, part of Bordentown Regional School District. Peter Muschal Elementary serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Peter Muschal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,787 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Peter Muschal Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Peter Muschal Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,780
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Peter Muschal Elementary — Students at Peter Muschal Elementary score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
57.5%
ELA
60.7%
2025
Math
51.8%
ELA
59.2%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Peter Muschal Elementary Compares

See how Peter Muschal Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

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

323 WARD AVE, Bordentown, NJ 08505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peter Muschal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yardville Heights Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yardville Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mansfield Township Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bordentown, see our Bordentown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bordentown Regional High School Bordentown 0.2 mi 4.3
Mac Farland Intermediate Bordentown 1.2 mi 7.6
Clara Barton Elementary Bordentown 1.2 mi 4.6
Chesterfield Township Elementary School Chesterfield 1.8 mi 6.5
Yardville Elementary School Hamilton 2.2 mi 8.3
Bordentown Regional Middle School Bordentown 2.0 mi 8.1
Yardville Heights Elementary School Hamilton 2.4 mi 8.4
Sunnybrae Elementary School Hamilton 2.7 mi 6.2
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Hamilton 2.7 mi 7.4
DELAWARE VALLEY SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Hamilton 2.7 mi
MEADOW VIEW JUNIOR ACADEMY Chesterfield 2.5 mi 6.1
Robinson Elementary School Hamilton 3.1 mi 6.6
Kisthardt Elementary School Hamilton 3.0 mi 5.0
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HAMILTON Hamilton 3.4 mi
McGalliard Elementary School Hamilton 3.4 mi 6.8
Albert E Grice Middle School Hamilton 3.5 mi 6.8
George E. Wilson Elementary School Hamilton 3.8 mi 5.1
Northern Burlington County Regional Middle School Columbus 4.2 mi 7.4
Hamilton West-Watson Hamilton 3.9 mi 3.2
Mansfield Township Elementary School Columbus 4.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,946

Median Home Value

$353,200

Median Rent

$1,586/mo

Population

18,913

College Educated

43.1%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peter Muschal Elementary

What grades does Peter Muschal Elementary serve?

Peter Muschal Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Peter Muschal Elementary?

Peter Muschal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peter Muschal Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Peter Muschal Elementary is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peter Muschal Elementary rank in NJ?

Peter Muschal Elementary ranks #1,787 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Peter Muschal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Peter Muschal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Peter Muschal Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peter Muschal Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Peter Muschal Elementary a charter school?

No, Peter Muschal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Peter Muschal Elementary a Title I school?

No, Peter Muschal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peter Muschal Elementary?

13.8% of students at Peter Muschal Elementary 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

Bordentown Regional School District
District Enrollment
2,232
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,780
District Rank
#3 of 5

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