Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Walter C. Black 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter C. Black Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walter C. Black Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walter C. Black Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)62%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
17%
11%
Hispanic
42%
35%
Black
8%
14%
White
28%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Walter C. Black Elementary School often compared to?
Walter C. Black Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace N. Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Walter C. Black Elementary School?
510 students attend Walter C. Black Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Walter C. Black Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter C. Black Elementary School?
Walter C. Black Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter C. Black Elementary School offer ?
Walter C. Black Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter C. Black Elementary School part of?
Walter C. Black Elementary School is part of East Windsor Regional School District.
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