Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Watchung Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 1%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Watchung Elementary School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Watchung Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
33%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
52%
40%
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
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Watchung Elementary School?
234 students attend Watchung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Watchung Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watchung Elementary School?
Watchung Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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