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#2228 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Weston Elementary School

Elementary School · Manville School District

600 Newark Avenue, Manville, NJ 08835

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,228 of 2,466

In Manville

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Manville School District

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Weston Elementary School

4.3/10

Elementary School in Manville · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Weston Elementary School

Weston Elementary School is a public elementary school in Manville, NJ, part of Manville School District. Weston Elementary School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Weston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,228 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Weston Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

What's said publicly about Weston Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Weston Elementary School is part of the Manville School District in New Jersey 1 . The school operates with a start time of 8:30 am, while students participating in the breakfast program may enter at 8:05 am 1 . The district utilizes ParentSquare as its primary communication platform for families 1 . Weston serves as one of four locations for the district's free, full-day preschool program, which is available to residents with children aged 3 or 4 1 . Admission to the preschool program is determined through a lottery system held in mid-May 1 . Recent district updates include the announcement of a new principal for Weston Elementary 1 . Additionally, the school highlighted student Alina Colon, who was featured on Eyewitness News ABC 7 for her environmental efforts to clean the Raritan River and Dukes Park 1 .
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  1. www.manvilleschools.org
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How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency37% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,200
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Weston Elementary School — Students at Weston Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 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
87%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Weston Elementary School Compares

See how Weston Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
10th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Location

600 Newark Avenue, Manville, NJ 08835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weston Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Elementary Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adamsville Primary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Derveer Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manville, see our Manville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Roosevelt School Manville 0.7 mi 7.7
Manville High School Manville 0.7 mi 4.2
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School Manville 0.8 mi 6.8
Sunnymead Elementary School Hillsborough 1.0 mi 5.1
STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Hillsborough 1.4 mi 6.9
Somerset Elementary Academy Bridgewater 1.6 mi 8.9
The Career Center of the SCESC Bridgewater 1.6 mi
Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater 1.6 mi 6.4
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School Somerset 2.1 mi 5.4
Adamsville Primary School Bridgewater 2.4 mi 8.4
RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bridgewater 2.5 mi 7.6
Van Derveer Elementary School Somerville 2.6 mi 8.3
THE CENTER SCHOOL Somerset 2.2 mi 7.1
Somerville Middle School Somerville 2.7 mi 8.0
Franklin High School Somerset 2.4 mi 4.9
NEW ROAD SCHOOL OF SOMERSET Somerset 2.4 mi 5.9
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Somerville 3.0 mi 5.8
Somerville High School Somerville 3.1 mi 5.6
Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School Bridgewater 3.2 mi 8.3
IMMACULATA HIGH SCHOOL Somerville 3.4 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,872

Median Home Value

$321,100

Median Rent

$1,837/mo

Population

10,870

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weston Elementary School

What grades does Weston Elementary School serve?

Weston Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Weston Elementary School?

Weston Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weston Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Weston 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 Weston Elementary School rank in NJ?

Weston Elementary School ranks #2,228 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Weston Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Weston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Weston Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weston Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is Weston Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Weston Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Weston Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Weston Elementary School?

56.2% of students at Weston 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

Manville School District
District Enrollment
1,798
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,200
District Rank
#3 of 4

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