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#504 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 20% in state

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North

High School · West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

90 GROVERS MILL ROAD, Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Enrollment

1,499

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#504 of 2,466

In Plainsboro

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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West Windsor-plainsboro High School North

7.8/10

High School in Plainsboro · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About West Windsor-plainsboro High School North

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is a public high school in Plainsboro, NJ, part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District. West Windsor-plainsboro High School North serves approximately 1,499 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. West Windsor-plainsboro High School North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #504 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for West Windsor-plainsboro High School North show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+33.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.1 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation44%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,392
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North — Students at West Windsor-plainsboro High School North score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 84.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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
93%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
85%
2024
Math
73.3%
ELA
86.1%
2025
Math
75%
ELA
84.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How West Windsor-plainsboro High School North Compares

See how West Windsor-plainsboro High School North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
28
14 boys' · 14 girls'
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
118 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
44% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
14 boys'·14 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
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

90 GROVERS MILL ROAD, Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Windsor-plainsboro High School North may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Princeton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), a more accessible option. For more schools in Plainsboro, see our Plainsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Community Middle School Plainsboro 0.2 mi 7.3
Millstone River School Plainsboro 0.3 mi 6.5
J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro 0.8 mi 8.5
MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Princeton 0.9 mi
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro Plainsboro 1.2 mi 5.9
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South West Windsor 1.5 mi 6.7
KINDERCARE Princeton Junction 1.9 mi
Maurice Hawk Elementary School West Windsor 1.8 mi 8.7
EDEN SCHOOL Princeton 2.3 mi 7.6
FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON Princeton 2.4 mi 7.2
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 2.7 mi 8.0
Dutch Neck Elementary School West Windsor 2.9 mi 7.0
MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton 2.4 mi
Riverside School Princeton 2.9 mi 6.7
Thomas R Grover Middle School West Windsor 3.5 mi 6.6
Village Elementary School West Windsor 3.5 mi 8.0
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor 3.7 mi 6.7
Littlebrook School Princeton 3.5 mi 6.8
YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston 3.9 mi 8.1
ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton 3.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Windsor-plainsboro High School North

What grades does West Windsor-plainsboro High School North serve?

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North has an enrollment of approximately 1,499 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?

The student-teacher ratio at West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Windsor-plainsboro High School North rank in NJ?

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North ranks #504 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is West Windsor-plainsboro High School North's MySchoolScout rating?

West Windsor-plainsboro High School North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Windsor-plainsboro High School North has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Windsor-plainsboro High School North a charter school?

No, West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Windsor-plainsboro High School North a Title I school?

No, West Windsor-plainsboro High School North is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Windsor-plainsboro High School North?

4.4% of students at West Windsor-plainsboro High School North 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,499
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
118
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

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