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.
421
Total Students
56.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
9.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cranbury School
Demographic Student Count
White211
Hispanic42
Black13
Asian130
Two or More25
  • White
    211 (50.1%)
  • Asian
    130 (30.9%)
  • Hispanic
    42 (10.0%)
  • Two or More
    25 (5.9%)
  • Black
    13 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cranbury School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten14
Kindergarten28
Grade 133
Grade 232
Grade 344
Grade 445
Grade 550
Grade 645
Grade 758
Grade 872
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cranbury School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21049.9%
Male21150.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)