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A. Russell Knight Elementary School
Elementary School · Cherry Hill School District
140 Old Carriage Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,992 of 2,466
In Cherry Hill
#12 of 19
public schools
In district
#12 of 19
Cherry Hill School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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A. Russell Knight Elementary School
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About A. Russell Knight Elementary School
A. Russell Knight Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cherry Hill, NJ, part of Cherry Hill School District. A.
Russell Knight Elementary School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Russell Knight Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,992 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for A. Russell Knight Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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A. Russell Knight Elementary School — Students at A. Russell Knight Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How A. Russell Knight Elementary School Compares
See how A. Russell Knight Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
140 Old Carriage Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Russell Knight Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. Fithian Tatem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Haddonfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HADDONFIELD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Haddonfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cherry Hill, see our Cherry Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,244
Median Home Value
$335,700
Median Rent
$1,707/mo
Population
20,138
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
43.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Russell Knight Elementary School
What grades does A. Russell Knight Elementary School serve?
A. Russell Knight Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend A. Russell Knight Elementary School?
A. Russell Knight Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Russell Knight Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Russell Knight Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Russell Knight Elementary School rank in NJ?
A. Russell Knight Elementary School ranks #1,992 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is A. Russell Knight Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Russell Knight Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. Russell Knight Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Russell Knight Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A. Russell Knight Elementary School a charter school?
No, A. Russell Knight Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Russell Knight Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A. Russell Knight Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Russell Knight Elementary School?
9.3% of students at A. Russell Knight Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (856) 428-0830
Resources & Links
District
Cherry Hill School District- District Enrollment
- 10,772
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,852
- District Rank
- #12 of 19
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