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#1582 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
Elementary School · West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
700 WYNDHURST DRIVE, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,582 of 2,466
In Plainsboro
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
Elementary School in Plainsboro · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro is a public elementary school in Plainsboro, NJ, part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,582 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro 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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Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro — Students at Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 12 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro Compares
See how Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro 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
700 WYNDHURST DRIVE, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maurice Hawk Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plainsboro, see our Plainsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 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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| Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 5.9 |
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| Catherine A Dwyer Elementary School Wharton, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Parlin, NJ | 5.9 |
| East Orange Community Charter School East Orange, NJ | 5.9 |
| Governor Charles C. Stratton Woolwich Twp, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
What grades does Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro serve?
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro?
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro?
The student-teacher ratio at Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro rank in NJ?
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro ranks #1,582 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro's MySchoolScout rating?
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro a charter school?
No, Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro a Title I school?
No, Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro?
10.3% of students at Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro 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
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (609) 716-8330
Resources & Links
District
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 9,015
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,392
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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