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Whitehouse School

Elementary School · Readington Township School District

PO BOX 157, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,358 of 2,466

In Whitehouse Station

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Readington Township School District

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Whitehouse School

3.7/10

Elementary School in Whitehouse Station · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Whitehouse Preparatory School

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About Whitehouse School

Whitehouse School is a public elementary school in Whitehouse Station, NJ, part of Readington Township School District. Whitehouse School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitehouse School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,358 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Whitehouse School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-28.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,729
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Whitehouse School — Students at Whitehouse School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
71.2%
ELA
71.2%
2025
Math
48.2%
ELA
37%

* 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: 1.1/10.

How Whitehouse School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
4th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

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

PO BOX 157, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitehouse School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holland Brook School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Three Bridges School (rated 9.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Three Bridges), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Holten Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Whitehouse Station, see our Whitehouse Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WHITEHOUSE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whitehouse Station 0.4 mi
Holland Brook School Whitehouse Station 1.6 mi 9.3
Readington Middle School Whitehouse Station 1.7 mi 7.4
THE MIDLAND SCHOOL North Branch 3.2 mi 8.0
Branchburg Central Middle School Branchburg 3.7 mi 6.2
Stony Brook School Branchburg 4.1 mi 8.2
Round Valley Lebanon 4.5 mi 8.3
Whiton Elementary School Neshanic Station 5.2 mi 6.2
Lebanon Borough School Lebanon 4.4 mi 6.0
THE CREATIVE CAMPUS AT OLD YORK SCHOOL Branchburg 4.9 mi
KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Branchburg 4.4 mi 7.4
Milltown Primary School Bridgewater 4.7 mi 6.3
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BRIDGEWATER Bridgewater 4.8 mi
Old Turnpike School Califon 6.2 mi 9.3
Three Bridges School Three Bridges 6.6 mi 9.2
HUNTERDON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Annandale 5.8 mi 7.0
Van Holten Primary School Bridgewater 5.7 mi 8.8
Tewksbury Elementary School Califon 7.5 mi 5.1
Bradley Gardens Primary School Bridgewater 6.2 mi 5.8
Eisenhower Intermediate School Bridgewater 5.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08889 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,048

Median Home Value

$523,100

Median Rent

$1,458/mo

Population

10,539

College Educated

60.8%

Homeownership

89.8%

Avg Commute

35.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

52.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitehouse School

What grades does Whitehouse School serve?

Whitehouse School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Whitehouse School?

Whitehouse School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitehouse School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitehouse School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitehouse School rank in NJ?

Whitehouse School ranks #2,358 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Whitehouse School's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitehouse School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Whitehouse School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitehouse School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Whitehouse School a charter school?

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

Is Whitehouse School a Title I school?

No, Whitehouse School is not currently a Title I school.

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

17.9% of students at Whitehouse 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hunterdon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

Readington Township School District
District Enrollment
1,404
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,729
District Rank
#4 of 4

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