Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilson School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 80% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wilson School's student population of 356 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson School is 0.52, 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
#592 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
66%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
20%
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
41%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson School's ranking?
Wilson School is ranked #592 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Wilson School often compared to?
Wilson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wilson School?
356 students attend Wilson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wilson School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson School?
Wilson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wilson School offer ?
Wilson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilson School part of?
Wilson School is part of Lodi School District.
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