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Very Good

#595 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 24% in state

Village Elementary School

Elementary School · Montgomery Township School District

100 Main Boulevard, Skillman, NJ 08558

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#595 of 2,466

In Skillman

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Montgomery Township School District

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Village Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Skillman · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Village Elementary School

Village Elementary School is a public elementary school in Skillman, NJ, part of Montgomery Township School District. Village Elementary School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Village Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Village Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Village Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+26.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,232
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Village Elementary School — Students at Village Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (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
88%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
74.5%
ELA
65.5%
2025
Math
74.8%
ELA
68.5%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Village Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Location

100 Main Boulevard, Skillman, NJ 08558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Village Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Princeton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Community Park School (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Princeton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Princeton Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Princeton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Skillman, see our Skillman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Orchard Hill Elementary School Skillman 0.7 mi 6.0
THE BLAWENBURG VILLAGE SCHOOL Skillman 0.8 mi
WALDORF SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 1.1 mi 6.5
Montgomery High School Skillman 1.0 mi 6.6
Montgomery Lower Middle School Skillman 1.1 mi 8.4
Montgomery Upper Middle School Skillman 1.1 mi 7.4
ROCK BROOK SCHOOL Skillman 1.3 mi 6.8
PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton 2.9 mi 7.9
STUART COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton 3.4 mi 8.4
PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton 3.8 mi 5.5
Princeton Charter School Princeton 3.6 mi 7.6
Community Park School Princeton 4.2 mi 7.8
Princeton Middle School Princeton 4.2 mi 8.4
ALL DAY LEARNING CENTERS Hillsborough 4.2 mi
Princeton High School Princeton 4.4 mi 6.1
Johnson Park School Princeton 4.7 mi 6.4
THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 4.7 mi 7.1
Littlebrook School Princeton 4.5 mi 6.8
ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 4.8 mi 6.0
PRINCETON INTERNATIONAL SCHL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Princeton 5.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$240,968

Median Home Value

$853,300

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

7,236

College Educated

78.3%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

36.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

47.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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Claremont Elementary School Franklin Park, NJ 7.6
Commercial Township School Port Norris, NJ 7.6
Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Englewood, NJ 7.6
Elliott Street Elementary School Newark, NJ 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Village Elementary School

What grades does Village Elementary School serve?

Village Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend Village Elementary School?

Village Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Village Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Village Elementary 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 Village Elementary School rank in NJ?

Village Elementary School ranks #595 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Village Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Village Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Village Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Village Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Village Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Village Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Village Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

4.5% of students at Village Elementary 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

Montgomery Township School District
District Enrollment
4,529
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,232
District Rank
#2 of 5

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