Kings Road School

www.madisonpublicschools.org/domain/451

275 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Kings Road School, located at 215 Kings Road in Madison, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students in grades K–5. As part of the Madison Public Schools district, it is widely recognized for its strong commitment to academic excellence, fostering a nurturing environment, and emphasizing the development of the "whole child." The school is frequently praised by parents and the local community for its experienced faculty, rigorous curriculum, and a supportive atmosphere that encourages both intellectual curiosity and social-emotional growth.

Beyond academics, Kings Road School is known for its vibrant school community and active parent involvement. The school maintains a traditional, neighborhood-focused feel while integrating modern educational practices to prepare students for middle school and beyond. With a consistent focus on inclusivity and character education, the school strives to create a safe, engaging learning space where students are encouraged to collaborate, think critically, and become responsible members of the Madison community.

275

Total Students

24.6

Full-Time Teachers

11.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

15.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kings Road School
Demographic	Student Count
White	196
Hispanic	43
Black	5
Asian	24
Two or More	7

White
196 (71.3%)
Hispanic
43 (15.6%)
Asian
24 (8.7%)
Two or More
7 (2.5%)
Black
5 (1.8%)

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:	Madison Public School District
Phone:	(973)593-3178
Website:	http://www.madisonpublicschools.org/domain/451
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	275
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	39
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 35

Grade 1 44

Grade 2 39

Grade 3 69

Grade 4 47

Grade 5 41