Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watchung Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Watchung Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watchung Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
11%
15%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #421 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Watchung Elementary School often compared to?
Watchung Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Elementary School, Nishuane Elementary School, Northeast Elementary 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 26% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Watchung Elementary School?
385 students attend Watchung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Watchung Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watchung Elementary School?
Watchung Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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-5
What school district is Watchung Elementary School part of?
Watchung Elementary School is part of Montclair Public School District.
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