51爆料

Ethel Mcknight Elementary School

58 Twin Rivers Dr South
Hightstown, NJ 08520
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 583 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 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 583 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : 56%
  • : 61%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ethel Mcknight Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar

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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
(17-18)
56%
42%
(17-18)
61%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
51%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
23%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
583 students attend Ethel Mcknight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ethel Mcknight Elementary School?
Ethel Mcknight Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 583 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : 56%
  • : 61%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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