West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North, also known as WW-P North or North, is a four-year public comprehensive high school located in Plainsboro Township in Middlesex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. The school serves students in ninth through twelfth grades.
Serving 1,499 students in grades 9-12, West Windsor-plainsboro High School North ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North's student population of 1,499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Knights
School Rankings
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is 0.42, 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
#248 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
75%
10%
Hispanic
4%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
15%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Windsor-plainsboro High School North's ranking?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is ranked #248 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Windsor-plainsboro High School North often compared to?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School Northis often viewed alongside schools like West Windsor-plainsboro High School South, South Brunswick High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?
The graduation rate of West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?
1,499 students attend West Windsor-plainsboro High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Windsor-plainsboro High School North students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Windsor-plainsboro High School North offer ?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Windsor-plainsboro High School North part of?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District.
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