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#515 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

William L Antheil Elementary School

Elementary School · Ewing Township School District

339 EWINGVILLE ROAD, Ewing, NJ 08638

Enrollment

730

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#515 of 2,466

In Ewing

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Ewing Township School District

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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William L Antheil Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Ewing · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William L Antheil Elementary School

William L Antheil Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ewing, NJ, part of Ewing Township School District. William L Antheil Elementary School serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. William L Antheil Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #515 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for William L Antheil Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,947
Chronic Absenteeism15.3%

William L Antheil Elementary School — Students at William L Antheil Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
55%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
24.4%
ELA
33.8%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
38.6%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How William L Antheil Elementary School Compares

See how William L Antheil Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

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

339 EWINGVILLE ROAD, Ewing, NJ 08638

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William L Antheil Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Eldridge Park School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lawrenceville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stony Brook Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Pennington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ewing, see our Ewing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy Pennington 1.0 mi 4.5
Mercer County Technical School STEM Academy Pennington 1.0 mi 6.3
Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School Ewing 1.5 mi 4.0
ST ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lawrenceville 1.3 mi 6.4
Eldridge Park School Lawrenceville 1.4 mi 7.7
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School Ewing 1.4 mi 7.8
Lawrence Intermediate School Lawrenceville 1.5 mi 7.8
Ewing High School Ewing 1.7 mi 4.5
Parkway Elementary School Ewing 2.2 mi 4.9
Stony Brook Elementary School Pennington 2.3 mi 6.8
Slackwood Elementary School Lawrenceville 2.0 mi 4.2
Joseph Stokes Elementary School Trenton 2.3 mi 3.0
Lawrence Middle School Lawrenceville 1.9 mi 6.6
Lawrence High School Lawrenceville 2.0 mi 5.2
Dr. Crosby Copeland Jr Elementary Trenton 2.4 mi 3.2
CHRISTINA SEIX ACADEMY Trenton 2.3 mi 8.1
Paul Robeson Charter School for the Humanities Trenton 2.6 mi 5.8
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School Trenton 2.5 mi 3.7
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School Trenton 2.5 mi 3.8
Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton 2.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,650

Median Home Value

$226,700

Median Rent

$1,499/mo

Population

23,373

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

56.3%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

21.6%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William L Antheil Elementary School

What grades does William L Antheil Elementary School serve?

William L Antheil Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William L Antheil Elementary School?

William L Antheil Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William L Antheil Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William L Antheil Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William L Antheil Elementary School rank in NJ?

William L Antheil Elementary School ranks #515 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is William L Antheil Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William L Antheil Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 William L Antheil Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William L Antheil Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William L Antheil Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is William L Antheil Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William L Antheil Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William L Antheil Elementary School?

53.6% of students at William L Antheil 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

District

Ewing Township School District
District Enrollment
3,612
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,947
District Rank
#3 of 5

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