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#1234 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 50% in state
Alice Costello Elementary School
Elementary School · Brooklawn Public School District
301 Haakon Rd., Brooklawn, NJ 08030
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,234 of 2,466
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Alice Costello Elementary School
Alice Costello Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooklawn, NJ, part of Brooklawn Public School District. Alice Costello Elementary School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alice Costello Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,234 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Alice Costello Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Alice Costello Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Alice Costello Elementary School — Students at Alice Costello Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 6.0/10.
How Alice Costello Elementary School Compares
See how Alice Costello Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 Haakon Rd., Brooklawn, NJ 08030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alice Costello Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethel M Burke Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bellmawr), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary Bray Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Ephraim), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cold Springs School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Gloucester City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklawn, see our Brooklawn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,190
Median Home Value
$169,700
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
13,185
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alice Costello Elementary School
What grades does Alice Costello Elementary School serve?
Alice Costello Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Alice Costello Elementary School?
Alice Costello Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice Costello Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alice Costello Elementary School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alice Costello Elementary School rank in NJ?
Alice Costello Elementary School ranks #1,234 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Alice Costello Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alice Costello Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Alice Costello Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alice Costello Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Alice Costello Elementary School a charter school?
No, Alice Costello Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alice Costello Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Alice Costello Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alice Costello Elementary School?
58.9% of students at Alice Costello 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (856) 456-4039
Resources & Links
District
Brooklawn Public School District- District Enrollment
- 263
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,910
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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