Cranbury School
421 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Cranbury School, located at 23 N Main St in the historic township of Cranbury, New Jersey, is a unique K-8 public school serving the local community. As the only school in the Cranbury School District, it occupies a central role in the town’s identity, often serving as a focal point for community activities and traditions. The school is known for its strong academic reputation, small-town atmosphere, and the personalized attention afforded by its singular-district structure. It provides a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for the transition to high school in the neighboring Princeton Public Schools district.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Cranbury School is characterized by a deep sense of community involvement and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. Because it is a "one-school" district, the institution benefits from a high level of parental engagement and a close-knit culture where teachers and staff often work with families over the course of several years. The school emphasizes character development alongside core subjects, utilizing its historic campus setting to create an educational experience that values both tradition and modern pedagogical standards.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Cranbury School is characterized by a deep sense of community involvement and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. Because it is a "one-school" district, the institution benefits from a high level of parental engagement and a close-knit culture where teachers and staff often work with families over the course of several years. The school emphasizes character development alongside core subjects, utilizing its historic campus setting to create an educational experience that values both tradition and modern pedagogical standards.
421
Total Students
56.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
9.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 211 |
| Hispanic | 42 |
| Black | 13 |
| Asian | 130 |
| Two or More | 25 |
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White211 (50.1%)
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Asian130 (30.9%)
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Hispanic42 (10.0%)
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Two or More25 (5.9%)
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Black13 (3.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Cranbury Township School District |
| Phone: | (609)395-1700 |
| Website: | http://www.cranburyschool.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 421 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 56.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 36 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
14
Kindergarten
28
Grade 1
33
Grade 2
32
Grade 3
44
Grade 4
45
Grade 5
50
Grade 6
45
Grade 7
58
Grade 8
72
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 14 |
| Kindergarten | 28 |
| Grade 1 | 33 |
| Grade 2 | 32 |
| Grade 3 | 44 |
| Grade 4 | 45 |
| Grade 5 | 50 |
| Grade 6 | 45 |
| Grade 7 | 58 |
| Grade 8 | 72 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 210 | 49.9% |
| Male | 211 | 50.1% |
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