Best Schools in Plainsboro, New Jersey
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Plainsboro by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School
Elementary · West Windsor-plainsboro Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Windsor-plainsboro High School North
High · West Windsor-plainsboro Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Community Middle School
Middle · West Windsor-plainsboro Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Plainsboro for 2026 are J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School (8.5/10), West Windsor-plainsboro High School North (7.8/10), and Community Middle School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$655,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$655,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Plainsboro
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | West Windsor-plainsboro High School North | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Community Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Millstone River School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $128,426
- Median home value
- $655,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 79%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 44%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Plainsboro compares
New Jersey rank
#69 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$128k
109% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Plainsboro, New Jersey
Plainsboro, New Jersey is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Plainsboro perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Plainsboro is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Plainsboro is served by 1 school district: West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. These districts collectively serve 9,015 students.
Plainsboro's community shows 79% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $128,426. The poverty rate in the area is 2.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 274 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.5 |
| 2 | 813 students · 3rd–5th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 438 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,038 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,499 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
Schools in Plainsboro
Plainsboro, New Jersey · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$128,426
Median Home Value
$655,100
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
20,558
College Educated
79%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Community Profile
Plainsboro has a median household income of $128,426. It is a well-educated community where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $655,100, with a median rent of $1,908/month. The local poverty rate of 2.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Plainsboro, New Jersey
How many schools are in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
Plainsboro has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Plainsboro is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Plainsboro on MySchoolScout is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Plainsboro on MySchoolScout is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Plainsboro on MySchoolScout is Community Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Plainsboro on MySchoolScout is West Windsor-plainsboro High School North with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Plainsboro, New Jersey?
Plainsboro is served by 1 school district: West Windsor-plainsboro Regional School District.
What is the education level in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 79% of adults in Plainsboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The median household income in Plainsboro is approximately $128,426 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Plainsboro is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Plainsboro, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.