Serving 572 students in grades 4-6, Ulysses S. Grant 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 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ulysses S. Grant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ulysses S. Grant School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Ulysses S. Grant 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 Ulysses S. Grant School is 0.41, 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
#2156 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
73%
34%
Black
25%
14%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ulysses S. Grant School's ranking?
Ulysses S. Grant School is ranked #2156 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ulysses S. Grant School often compared to?
Ulysses S. Grant Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Parker Intermediate School, George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ulysses S. Grant School?
572 students attend Ulysses S. Grant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ulysses S. Grant School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ulysses S. Grant School?
Ulysses S. Grant School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ulysses S. Grant School offer ?
Ulysses S. Grant School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ulysses S. Grant School part of?
Ulysses S. Grant School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ulysses S. Grant School located?
Ulysses S. Grant School is located in the Ewing and Carroll neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Ewing and Carroll.
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