Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2011 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
20%
34%
Black
76%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is ranked #2011 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School?
295 students attend Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School part of?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School located?
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School is located in the Stuyvesant And Prospect neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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