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#938 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 38% in state

Perry L. Drew Elementary School

Elementary School · East Windsor Regional School District

70 TWIN RIVERS DRIVE NORTH, East Windsor, NJ 08520

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.9

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#938 of 2,466

In East Windsor

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

East Windsor Regional School District

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Perry L. Drew Elementary School

6.9/10

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

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About Perry L. Drew Elementary School

Perry L. Drew Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Windsor, NJ, part of East Windsor Regional School District. Perry L.

Drew Elementary School serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry L. Drew Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #938 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Perry L. Drew Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,524
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Perry L. Drew Elementary School — Students at Perry L. Drew Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (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
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
43.9%
ELA
43.5%
2025
Math
44.6%
ELA
46.1%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Perry L. Drew Elementary School Compares

See how Perry L. Drew Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

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

70 TWIN RIVERS DRIVE NORTH, East Windsor, NJ 08520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Perry L. Drew Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millstone Township Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Public School (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Roosevelt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cranbury School (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cranbury), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Windsor, see our East Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
KIDS KOTTAGE LEARNING CENTER East Windsor 0.6 mi
Ethel McKnight Elementary School East Windsor 0.9 mi 5.3
Oak Tree Elementary School Monroe Township 1.6 mi 6.7
Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp 1.7 mi 6.8
SCICORE ACADEMY Hightstown 1.6 mi 6.8
SCICORE ACADEMY Highstown 1.6 mi 5.9
PEDDIE SCHOOL Hightstown 1.9 mi 7.6
Grace N. Rogers Elementary School Hightstown 2.3 mi 6.4
Hightstown High School Hightstown 2.4 mi 5.0
Walter C. Black Elementary School Hightstown 2.4 mi 6.1
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Cranbury 3.1 mi
Cranbury School Cranbury 3.1 mi 7.8
MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL Millstone Township 3.2 mi 6.9
Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt 3.9 mi 8.4
LEARNING EXPERIENCE- THE East Windsor 3.4 mi
Monroe Township Middle School Monroe Township 4.3 mi 7.8
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School East Windsor 3.9 mi 7.4
Monroe Township High School Monroe Township 4.6 mi 5.6
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Jamesburg 5.7 mi 4.7
Millstone Township Elementary School Clarksburg 5.8 mi 8.5

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 Perry L. Drew Elementary School

What grades does Perry L. Drew Elementary School serve?

Perry L. Drew Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Perry L. Drew Elementary School?

Perry L. Drew Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry L. Drew Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Perry L. Drew Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Perry L. Drew Elementary School rank in NJ?

Perry L. Drew Elementary School ranks #938 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Perry L. Drew Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Perry L. Drew Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Perry L. Drew Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Perry L. Drew Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Perry L. Drew Elementary School a charter school?

No, Perry L. Drew Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Perry L. Drew Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Perry L. Drew Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perry L. Drew Elementary School?

45.3% of students at Perry L. Drew 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

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