West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South, is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in the Princeton Junction section of West Windsor in Mercer County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades.
Serving 1,626 students in grades 9-12, West Windsor-plainsboro High School South ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South's student population of 1,626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South 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 West Windsor-plainsboro High School South is 0.43, 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
#371 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
74%
10%
Hispanic
5%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
13%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
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 West Windsor-plainsboro High School South's ranking?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South is ranked #371 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Windsor-plainsboro High School South often compared to?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton High School, West Windsor-plainsboro High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Windsor-plainsboro High School South?
The graduation rate of West Windsor-plainsboro High School South is 98%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Windsor-plainsboro High School South?
1,626 students attend West Windsor-plainsboro High School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Windsor-plainsboro High School South students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Windsor-plainsboro High School South?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Windsor-plainsboro High School South offer ?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Windsor-plainsboro High School South part of?
West Windsor-plainsboro High School South is part of West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2010
I am absolutly inlove with this school. My experience here was outstanding with a diverse student body, a competitive learning environment, and excellent afterschool programs I feel prepared and ready for college. They have an amazing music program, at our last concert we played Carmina Burana, one of my best High School memories. Also, the schools unique architexture makes it one of a kind. I found the open classrooms to be the best experience I've ever had, I saw more people during the day becuase the hallways are so open, and I did not have any issues focusing with the background noise, and I dont know of anyone who has except a kid with servere ADD.
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