Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1918
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
Prepare, Empower and Inspire lifelong learners and leaders.
School Rankings
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1832 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
73%
35%
Black
15%
14%
White
7%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is ranked #1832 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Woodrow Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A Chester Redshaw School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
351 students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Woodrow Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School part of?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is part of New Brunswick School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school is great. might be small but your child will love it. Of course there might be some teachers they don't like but that's the way life rolls. I have been there for almost 8 years.
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