Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dutch Neck Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Dutch Neck Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutch Neck Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
63%
11%
Hispanic
10%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
13%
37%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutch Neck Elementary School's ranking?
Dutch Neck Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dutch Neck Elementary School often compared to?
Dutch Neck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maurice Hawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dutch Neck Elementary School?
557 students attend Dutch Neck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dutch Neck Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutch Neck Elementary School?
Dutch Neck Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dutch Neck Elementary School offer ?
Dutch Neck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dutch Neck Elementary School part of?
Dutch Neck Elementary School is part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District.
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