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#1166 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 47% in state

Thomas R Grover Middle School

Middle School · West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

10 SOUTHFIELD ROAD, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Enrollment

1,211

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,166 of 2,466

In West Windsor

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Thomas R Grover Middle School

6.6/10

Middle School in West Windsor · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Thomas R Grover Middle School

Thomas R Grover Middle School is a public middle school in West Windsor, NJ, part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. Thomas R Grover Middle School serves approximately 1,211 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas R Grover Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,166 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Thomas R Grover Middle School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.4 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,392
Chronic Absenteeism10.5%

Thomas R Grover Middle School — Students at Thomas R Grover Middle School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 82.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 43 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
91%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2024
Math
66.1%
ELA
77.1%
2025
Math
59%
ELA
80%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Thomas R Grover Middle School Compares

See how Thomas R Grover Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
101 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

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

10 SOUTHFIELD ROAD, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas R Grover Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pond Road Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Robbinsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Windsor), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Community Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Plainsboro), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Windsor, see our West Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Village Elementary School West Windsor 0.3 mi 8.0
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor 0.3 mi 6.7
Dutch Neck Elementary School West Windsor 1.0 mi 7.0
KINDERCARE Princeton Junction 1.6 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL West Windsor 1.5 mi
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School East Windsor 1.7 mi 7.4
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South West Windsor 2.7 mi 6.7
Robbinsville High School Robbinsville 2.7 mi 6.7
Maurice Hawk Elementary School West Windsor 2.9 mi 8.7
Pond Road Middle School Robbinsville 3.0 mi 7.8
LEARNING EXPERIENCE- THE East Windsor 2.7 mi
MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Princeton 3.3 mi
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North Plainsboro 3.5 mi 7.8
Millstone River School Plainsboro 3.6 mi 6.5
Community Middle School Plainsboro 3.6 mi 7.3
J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro 4.2 mi 8.5
Walter C. Black Elementary School Hightstown 3.2 mi 6.1
Grace N. Rogers Elementary School Hightstown 3.3 mi 6.4
Sharon School Robbinsville 4.2 mi 7.6
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro Plainsboro 4.3 mi 5.9

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 Thomas R Grover Middle School

What grades does Thomas R Grover Middle School serve?

Thomas R Grover Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Thomas R Grover Middle School?

Thomas R Grover Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,211 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas R Grover Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas R Grover Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thomas R Grover Middle School rank in NJ?

Thomas R Grover Middle School ranks #1,166 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Thomas R Grover Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas R Grover Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Thomas R Grover Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas R Grover Middle School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Thomas R Grover Middle School a charter school?

No, Thomas R Grover Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thomas R Grover Middle School a Title I school?

No, Thomas R Grover Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas R Grover Middle School?

5.7% of students at Thomas R Grover Middle 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,211
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

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