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#1415 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Walter C. Black Elementary School
Elementary School · East Windsor Regional School District
371 STOCKTON STREET, Hightstown, NJ 08520
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,415 of 2,466
In Hightstown
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
East Windsor Regional School District
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Walter C. Black Elementary School
Elementary School in Hightstown · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walter C. Black Elementary School
Walter C. Black Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hightstown, NJ, part of East Windsor Regional School District. Walter C.
Black Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter C. Black Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,415 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Walter C. Black Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Walter C. Black Elementary School — Students at Walter C. Black Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Walter C. Black Elementary School Compares
See how Walter C. Black Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
371 STOCKTON STREET, Hightstown, NJ 08520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walter C. Black Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Village Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cranbury School (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Cranbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sharon School (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Robbinsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hightstown, see our Hightstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grace N. Rogers Elementary School Hightstown | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Hightstown High School Hightstown | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PEDDIE SCHOOL Hightstown | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SCICORE ACADEMY Highstown | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SCICORE ACADEMY Hightstown | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| LEARNING EXPERIENCE- THE East Windsor | 1.3 mi | — |
| Melvin H. Kreps Middle School East Windsor | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Cranbury School Cranbury | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Ethel McKnight Elementary School East Windsor | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Perry L. Drew Elementary School East Windsor | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| KIDS KOTTAGE LEARNING CENTER East Windsor | 2.4 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Cranbury | 3.5 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas R Grover Middle School West Windsor | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Oak Tree Elementary School Monroe Township | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Village Elementary School West Windsor | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| KINDERCARE Princeton Junction | 3.7 mi | — |
| Sharon School Robbinsville | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Dutch Neck Elementary School West Windsor | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
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 Walter C. Black Elementary School
What grades does Walter C. Black Elementary School serve?
Walter C. Black Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Walter C. Black Elementary School?
Walter C. Black Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter C. Black Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter C. Black Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walter C. Black Elementary School rank in NJ?
Walter C. Black Elementary School ranks #1,415 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Walter C. Black Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter C. Black Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Walter C. Black Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter C. Black Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Walter C. Black Elementary School a charter school?
No, Walter C. Black Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter C. Black Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Walter C. Black Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter C. Black Elementary School?
37.8% of students at Walter C. Black 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (609) 443-7816
Resources & Links
District
East Windsor Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 5,194
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,524
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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