Very Good
#913 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 37% in state
William J. Mcginn Elementary School
Elementary School · Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
1100 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#913 of 2,466
In Scotch Plains
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About William J. Mcginn Elementary School
William J. Mcginn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scotch Plains, NJ, part of Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District. William J.
Mcginn Elementary School serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. William J. Mcginn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #913 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for William J. Mcginn Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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William J. Mcginn Elementary School — Students at William J. Mcginn Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How William J. Mcginn Elementary School Compares
See how William J. Mcginn Elementary School 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
1100 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William J. Mcginn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frederic W. Cook Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Howard B. Brunner Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Scotch Plains, see our Scotch Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,564
Median Home Value
$696,900
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
24,667
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William J. Mcginn Elementary School
What grades does William J. Mcginn Elementary School serve?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend William J. Mcginn Elementary School?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William J. Mcginn Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William J. Mcginn Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William J. Mcginn Elementary School rank in NJ?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School ranks #913 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is William J. Mcginn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 William J. Mcginn Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William J. Mcginn Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William J. Mcginn Elementary School a charter school?
No, William J. Mcginn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William J. Mcginn Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William J. Mcginn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William J. Mcginn Elementary School?
0.7% of students at William J. Mcginn 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (908) 233-7950
Resources & Links
District
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District- District Enrollment
- 5,758
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,242
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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