Melvin H. Kreps Middle School

5 Kent Lane
Hightstown, NJ 08520
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4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,174 students in grades 6-8, Melvin H. Kreps Middle 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 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,174 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Melvin H. Kreps Middle School's student population of 1,174 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
1,174 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
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School Rankings

Melvin H. Kreps Middle 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 Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1400 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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29%
38%
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44%
49%
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15%
23%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
11%
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Hispanic
49%
34%
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Black
10%
14%
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White
23%
38%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.68
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
32%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School's ranking?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is ranked #1400 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Melvin H. Kreps Middle School?
1,174 students attend Melvin H. Kreps Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melvin H. Kreps Middle School?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Melvin H. Kreps Middle School offer ?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School part of?
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School is part of East Windsor Regional School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,174 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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