Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Ethel Mcknight Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 56%
- Reading Proficiency: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School is 0.66, 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)
(17-18)56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)61%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
52%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
21%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ethel Mcknight Elementary School?
589 students attend Ethel Mcknight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ethel Mcknight Elementary School offer ?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Ethel Mcknight Elementary School part of?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School is part of East Windsor Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Ethel Mcknight Elementary School located?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School is located in the Twin Rivers neighborhood of Hightstown, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Twin Rivers.
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