Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Ethel Mcknight Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 56%
- Reading Proficiency: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School is 0.66, 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)56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)61%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
52%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
22%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ethel Mcknight Elementary School?
530 students attend Ethel Mcknight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ethel Mcknight Elementary School offer ?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ethel Mcknight Elementary School part of?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School is part of East Windsor Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Ethel Mcknight Elementary School located?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School is located in the Twin Rivers neighborhood of Hightstown, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Twin Rivers.
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