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#132 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 5% in state

Maurice Hawk Elementary School

Elementary School · West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

303 305 CLARKSVILLE ROAD, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Enrollment

727

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#132 of 2,466

In West Windsor

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Maurice Hawk Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in West Windsor · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maurice Hawk Elementary School

Maurice Hawk Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Windsor, NJ, part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. Maurice Hawk Elementary School serves approximately 727 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Maurice Hawk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Maurice Hawk Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+29.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,392
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Maurice Hawk Elementary School — Students at Maurice Hawk Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 78.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
68.5%
ELA
66.3%
2025
Math
77.1%
ELA
74.3%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Maurice Hawk Elementary School Compares

See how Maurice Hawk Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

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

303 305 CLARKSVILLE ROAD, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maurice Hawk Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Plainsboro), with a very similar rating. Another option is Village Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Princeton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Windsor, see our West Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South West Windsor 0.4 mi 6.7
MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Princeton 1.0 mi
MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton 1.3 mi
Dutch Neck Elementary School West Windsor 2.0 mi 7.0
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North Plainsboro 1.8 mi 7.8
KINDERCARE Princeton Junction 1.8 mi
Community Middle School Plainsboro 1.9 mi 7.3
Millstone River School Plainsboro 2.1 mi 6.5
J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro 2.5 mi 8.5
Village Elementary School West Windsor 2.8 mi 8.0
Thomas R Grover Middle School West Windsor 2.9 mi 6.6
WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Windsor 2.8 mi
EDEN SCHOOL Princeton 3.3 mi 7.6
Riverside School Princeton 3.4 mi 6.7
FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON Princeton 3.5 mi 7.2
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 3.5 mi 8.0
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor 3.2 mi 6.7
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro Plainsboro 3.0 mi 5.9
ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 3.4 mi 6.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL West Windsor 3.6 mi

Neighborhood 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 Maurice Hawk Elementary School

What grades does Maurice Hawk Elementary School serve?

Maurice Hawk Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Maurice Hawk Elementary School?

Maurice Hawk Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 727 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maurice Hawk Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maurice Hawk Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maurice Hawk Elementary School rank in NJ?

Maurice Hawk Elementary School ranks #132 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Maurice Hawk Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maurice Hawk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Maurice Hawk Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maurice Hawk Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maurice Hawk Elementary School a charter school?

No, Maurice Hawk Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maurice Hawk Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maurice Hawk Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maurice Hawk Elementary School?

9.6% of students at Maurice Hawk 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
727
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

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