Below Average
#2190 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Knollwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Piscataway Township School District
333 WILLOW AVENUE, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,190 of 2,466
In Piscataway
#14 of 16
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Piscataway Township School District
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Knollwood Elementary School
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About Knollwood Elementary School
Knollwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Piscataway, NJ, part of Piscataway Township School District. Knollwood Elementary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Knollwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,190 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Knollwood Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Knollwood Elementary School — Students at Knollwood Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.1%
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: 3.1/10.
How Knollwood Elementary School Compares
See how Knollwood 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
333 WILLOW AVENUE, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knollwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Piscataway, see our Piscataway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,331
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,929/mo
Population
60,405
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
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| Birchwood Elementary School Dover, NJ | 4.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Scotch Plains, NJ | 4.5 |
| MACHZIKEI HADAS Lakewood, NJ | 4.5 |
| MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood, NJ | 4.5 |
| Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center Manahawkin, NJ | 4.5 |
| Sixteenth Avenue School Elmwood Park, NJ | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knollwood Elementary School
What grades does Knollwood Elementary School serve?
Knollwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Knollwood Elementary School?
Knollwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knollwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Knollwood Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knollwood Elementary School rank in NJ?
Knollwood Elementary School ranks #2,190 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Knollwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Knollwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Knollwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knollwood Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Knollwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Knollwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knollwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Knollwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knollwood Elementary School?
28.1% of students at Knollwood 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (732) 885-1528
Resources & Links
District
Piscataway Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,333
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,556
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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