Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-4, William J. Mcginn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William J. Mcginn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William J. Mcginn Elementary School's student population of 549 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
William J. Mcginn 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 William J. Mcginn Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#408 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William J. Mcginn Elementary School's ranking?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School is ranked #408 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are William J. Mcginn Elementary School often compared to?
William J. Mcginn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard B. Brunner Elementary School, School One Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William J. Mcginn Elementary School?
549 students attend William J. Mcginn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of William J. Mcginn Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William J. Mcginn Elementary School?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William J. Mcginn Elementary School offer ?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William J. Mcginn Elementary School part of?
William J. Mcginn Elementary School is part of Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District.
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