Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-3, J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
79%
10%
Hispanic
4%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
8%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School's ranking?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School often compared to?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Town Center Elementary School At Plainsboro, Millstone River School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School?
274 students attend J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School offer ?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School part of?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School located?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is located in the Plainsboro Center neighborhood of Plainsboro, NJ.
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