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Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School

Elementary School · Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School

315 Bridge Street, Westampton, NJ 08060

Charter

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,672 of 2,466

In Westampton

#4 of 6

public schools

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Westampton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School is a public elementary school in Westampton, NJ, part of Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School. Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,983
Chronic Absenteeism8.3%

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School — Students at Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
9.7%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
15.7%
ELA
37.7%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School Compares

See how Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

Location

315 Bridge Street, Westampton, NJ 08060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mildred Magowan Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Edgewater Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Samuel Smith Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilbur Watts Intermediate School (rated 7.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westampton, see our Westampton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
J.C.Stuart ECDC Willingboro 0.3 mi 6.5
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School Willingboro 0.7 mi 6.6
Samuel M Ridgway Middle School Edgewater Park 0.8 mi 4.4
James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro 1.0 mi 3.7
CATHEDRAL OF LOVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willingboro 1.0 mi
Mildred Magowan Elementary School Edgewater Park 1.1 mi 7.5
Beverly City School District Beverly 1.7 mi 6.2
Hawthorne Park Elementary School Willingboro 1.6 mi 6.3
GARFIELD PARK ACADEMY Willingboro 2.0 mi 8.3
Willingboro High School Willingboro 2.3 mi 3.8
Willingboro Memorial Middle School Willingboro 2.1 mi 6.3
Delran Intermediate School Delran 2.3 mi 6.2
Garfield ECDC Willingboro 2.4 mi 5.6
Twin Hills Elementary School Willingboro 2.8 mi 3.6
Keystone El Sch Croydon 3.0 mi 4.4
Samuel Smith Elementary School Burlington 2.7 mi 7.2
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School Delanco 2.5 mi 5.2
DOANE ACADEMY Burlington 3.1 mi 8.4
Delran High School Delran 3.0 mi 6.6
Wilbur Watts Intermediate School Burlington 3.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,165

Median Home Value

$292,000

Median Rent

$1,619/mo

Population

25,647

College Educated

37.6%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Blairstown Elementary School Blairstown, NJ 5.6
Charles F. Seabrook School Seabrook, NJ 5.6
Garfield ECDC Willingboro, NJ 5.6
Hatchery Hill Elementary School Hackettstown, NJ 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School

What grades does Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School serve?

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School?

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School rank in NJ?

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School ranks #1,672 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?

No, Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School?

45.8% of students at Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

District

Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School
District Enrollment
360
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,983
District Rank
#1 of 1

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