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Grace N. Rogers Elementary School

Elementary School · East Windsor Regional School District

380 STOCKTON ST, Hightstown, NJ 08520

Enrollment

625

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,243 of 2,466

In Hightstown

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

East Windsor Regional School District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Grace N. Rogers Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Hightstown · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grace N. Rogers Elementary School

Grace N. Rogers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hightstown, NJ, part of East Windsor Regional School District. Grace N.

Rogers Elementary School serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace N. Rogers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,243 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Grace N. Rogers Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,524
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Grace N. Rogers Elementary School — Students at Grace N. Rogers Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
37.1%
ELA
36.8%
2025
Math
40.6%
ELA
36.2%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Grace N. Rogers Elementary School Compares

See how Grace N. Rogers Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

380 STOCKTON ST, Hightstown, NJ 08520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace N. Rogers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Village Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cranbury School (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Cranbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sharon School (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Robbinsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hightstown, see our Hightstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Walter C. Black Elementary School Hightstown 0.1 mi 6.1
PEDDIE SCHOOL Hightstown 0.6 mi 7.6
Hightstown High School Hightstown 0.7 mi 5.0
SCICORE ACADEMY Highstown 0.8 mi 5.9
SCICORE ACADEMY Hightstown 0.8 mi 6.8
LEARNING EXPERIENCE- THE East Windsor 1.4 mi
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School East Windsor 1.6 mi 7.4
Cranbury School Cranbury 2.9 mi 7.8
Ethel McKnight Elementary School East Windsor 2.3 mi 5.3
Perry L. Drew Elementary School East Windsor 2.3 mi 6.9
KIDS KOTTAGE LEARNING CENTER East Windsor 2.4 mi
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Cranbury 3.4 mi
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor 3.0 mi 6.7
Thomas R Grover Middle School West Windsor 3.3 mi 6.6
Oak Tree Elementary School Monroe Township 3.5 mi 6.7
Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp 3.6 mi 6.8
Village Elementary School West Windsor 3.5 mi 8.0
KINDERCARE Princeton Junction 3.7 mi
Sharon School Robbinsville 4.6 mi 7.6
Dutch Neck Elementary School West Windsor 4.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,282

Median Home Value

$361,800

Median Rent

$1,556/mo

Population

29,321

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace N. Rogers Elementary School

What grades does Grace N. Rogers Elementary School serve?

Grace N. Rogers Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Grace N. Rogers Elementary School?

Grace N. Rogers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace N. Rogers Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace N. Rogers Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grace N. Rogers Elementary School rank in NJ?

Grace N. Rogers Elementary School ranks #1,243 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Grace N. Rogers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace N. Rogers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Grace N. Rogers Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grace N. Rogers Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grace N. Rogers Elementary School a charter school?

No, Grace N. Rogers Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grace N. Rogers Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Grace N. Rogers Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grace N. Rogers Elementary School?

39.4% of students at Grace N. Rogers 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

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