Serving 354 students in grades 2-4, Willow Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Willow Grove Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Grove Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#681 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
45%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Grove Elementary School is ranked #681 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Willow Grove Elementary School?
354 students attend Willow Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Willow Grove Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Grove Elementary School?
Willow Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willow Grove Elementary School offer ?
Willow Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Willow Grove Elementary School part of?
Willow Grove Elementary School is part of Hackettstown Public School District.
School Reviews
5 4/10/2012
Best school ever! It is very safe there and the school's pricipal cares about us, always!
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