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#1817 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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Philipsburg Primary School
Elementary School · Phillipsburg School District
1000 Green Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,817 of 2,466
In Phillipsburg
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Phillipsburg School District
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Philipsburg Primary School
Elementary School in Phillipsburg · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center
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Phillipsburg Elementary School
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About Philipsburg Primary School
Philipsburg Primary School is a public elementary school in Phillipsburg, NJ, part of Phillipsburg School District. Philipsburg Primary School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Philipsburg Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,817 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Philipsburg Primary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Philipsburg Primary School Compares
See how Philipsburg Primary School 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
1000 Green Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philipsburg Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. March El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Easton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shawnee El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Easton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phillipsburg, see our Phillipsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phillipsburg Early Childhood Learning Center Phillipsburg | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Phillipsburg Elementary School Phillipsburg | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Alpha Borough School Alpha | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| STS PHILIP & JAMES SCHOOL Phillipsburg | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Lopatcong Elementary School Phillipsburg | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Phillipsburg Middle School Phillipsburg | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Pohatcong Township School Phillipsburg | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lopatcong Township Middle School Phillipsburg | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Phillipsburg High School Phillipsburg | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| March El Sch Easton | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Greenwich School Stewartsville | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Easton Arts Academy Elementary CS Easton | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Cheston El Sch Easton | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Forks El Sch Easton | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WARREN GLEN ACADEMY Bloomsbury | 3.6 mi | — |
| Stewartsville Middle School Stewartsville | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Paxinosa El Sch Easton | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Easton | 3.6 mi | — |
| Shawnee El Sch Easton | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Easton Area MS Easton | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,519
Median Home Value
$244,200
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
31,078
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amsterdam Elementary School Hillsborough, NJ | 5.4 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover, NJ | 5.4 |
| Florence M. Burd Newton, NJ | 5.4 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken, NJ | 5.4 |
| Greenville Elementary School Howell, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philipsburg Primary School
What grades does Philipsburg Primary School serve?
Philipsburg Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Philipsburg Primary School?
Philipsburg Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philipsburg Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Philipsburg Primary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philipsburg Primary School rank in NJ?
Philipsburg Primary School ranks #1,817 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Philipsburg Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Philipsburg Primary School 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.
Is Philipsburg Primary School a charter school?
No, Philipsburg Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philipsburg Primary School a Title I school?
No, Philipsburg Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philipsburg Primary School?
68.3% of students at Philipsburg 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Warren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (908) 454-3400
Resources & Links
District
Phillipsburg School District- District Enrollment
- 4,004
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,106
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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