Very Good
#920 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 37% in state
Dutch Neck Elementary School
Elementary School · West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
392 VILLAGE ROAD EAST, West Windsor, NJ 08550
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#920 of 2,466
In West Windsor
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Dutch Neck Elementary School
Elementary School in West Windsor · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dutch Neck Elementary School
Dutch Neck Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Windsor, NJ, part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. Dutch Neck Elementary School serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dutch Neck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #920 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Dutch Neck Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Dutch Neck Elementary School — Students at Dutch Neck Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Dutch Neck Elementary School Compares
See how Dutch Neck Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
392 VILLAGE ROAD EAST, West Windsor, NJ 08550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dutch Neck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maurice Hawk Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Plainsboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Village Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Windsor, see our West Windsor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$206,658
Median Home Value
$758,900
Median Rent
$2,694/mo
Population
20,876
College Educated
84.5%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
45.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dutch Neck Elementary School
What grades does Dutch Neck Elementary School serve?
Dutch Neck Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Dutch Neck Elementary School?
Dutch Neck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dutch Neck Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dutch Neck Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dutch Neck Elementary School rank in NJ?
Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks #920 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Dutch Neck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dutch Neck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dutch Neck Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dutch Neck Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dutch Neck Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dutch Neck Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dutch Neck Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dutch Neck Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dutch Neck Elementary School?
6.8% of students at Dutch Neck Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 5 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 660
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (609) 716-5400
Resources & Links
District
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 9,015
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,392
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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