Excellent
#198 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 8% in state
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School
Elementary School · West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
510 PLAINSBORO ROAD, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#198 of 2,466
In Plainsboro
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plainsboro, NJ, part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. J.v.b.
Wicoff Elementary School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #198 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School — Students at J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School Compares
See how J.v.b. Wicoff 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
510 PLAINSBORO ROAD, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maurice Hawk Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), with a very similar rating. Another option is YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Kingston), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Princeton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Plainsboro, see our Plainsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,426
Median Home Value
$655,100
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
20,558
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
44.1%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School
What grades does J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School serve?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School rank in NJ?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School ranks #198 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School a charter school?
No, J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School a Title I school?
No, J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.v.b. Wicoff Elementary School?
4.4% of students at J.v.b. Wicoff 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (609) 716-5450
Resources & Links
District
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 9,015
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,392
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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