Joseph Stokes Elementary School serves 347 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Stokes Elementary School's student population of 347 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph Stokes Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
44%
35%
Black
50%
14%
White
2%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Joseph Stokes Elementary School?
347 students attend Joseph Stokes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Joseph Stokes Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Stokes Elementary School?
Joseph Stokes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph Stokes Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Stokes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Joseph Stokes Elementary School part of?
Joseph Stokes Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
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