Serving 221 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Watchung Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watchung Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Watchung Elementary School's student population of 221 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watchung Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watchung Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#656 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
29%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 is Watchung Elementary School's ranking?
Watchung Elementary School is ranked #656 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Watchung Elementary School often compared to?
Watchung Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School, Hazelwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Watchung Elementary School?
221 students attend Watchung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Watchung Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watchung Elementary School?
Watchung Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Watchung Elementary School offer ?
Watchung Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Watchung Elementary School part of?
Watchung Elementary School is part of Middlesex Borough School District.
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