Serving 362 students in grades 1-5, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary School serves the northern part of Westfield, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 362 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#198 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
10%
11%
Hispanic
5%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
362 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Westfield Public School District.
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