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Broad Street Elementary School

Elementary School · Greenwich Township School District

255 WEST BROAD ST, Gibbstown, NJ 08027

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,014 of 2,466

In Gibbstown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Greenwich Township School District

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

Elementary School in Gibbstown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Broad Street Elementary School

Broad Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gibbstown, NJ, part of Greenwich Township School District. Broad Street Elementary School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Broad Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,014 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Broad Street Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Broad Street Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-18 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,277
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Broad Street Elementary School — Students at Broad Street Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
23.3%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
29.9%
ELA
38.9%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Broad Street Elementary School Compares

See how Broad Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Location

255 WEST BROAD ST, Gibbstown, NJ 08027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Broad Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kindergarten Academy (rated 8.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Prospect Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leedom El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Ridley Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeview El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Ridley Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gibbstown, see our Gibbstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GUARDIAN ANGELS Gibbstown 0.3 mi 5.5
Nehaunsey Middle School Gibbstown 1.0 mi 8.3
Paulsboro High School Paulsboro 2.3 mi 4.4
Paulsboro Junior High School Paulsboro 2.3 mi 5.2
Loudenslager Elementary School Paulsboro 2.3 mi 5.5
Tinicum Sch Essington 3.1 mi 5.6
Billingsport Elementary School Paulsboro 2.5 mi 6.7
GUARDIAN ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Paulsboro 2.5 mi 6.7
Samuel Mickle School Mickleton 3.4 mi 6.2
Jeffrey Clark School Mickleton 3.4 mi 5.5
Leedom El Sch Ridley Park 4.0 mi 7.6
Norwood Sch Norwood 4.1 mi 5.1
Kingsway Regional Middle School Woolwich Twp 4.3 mi 5.8
Prospect Park Sch Prospect Park 4.4 mi 5.5
Kindergarten Academy Prospect Park 4.4 mi 8.1
Delcroft Sch Folcroft 4.5 mi 3.6
Kingsway Regional High School Woolwich Twp 4.5 mi 4.3
Eddystone El Sch Eddystone 3.8 mi 6.5
Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Folcroft 4.6 mi 7.9
Lakeview El Sch Ridley Park 4.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,508

Median Home Value

$230,500

Median Rent

$1,295/mo

Population

4,942

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Broad Street Elementary School

What grades does Broad Street Elementary School serve?

Broad Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Broad Street Elementary School?

Broad Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Broad Street Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Broad Street Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Broad Street Elementary School rank in NJ?

Broad Street Elementary School ranks #1,014 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Broad Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Broad Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Broad Street Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Broad Street Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Broad Street Elementary School a charter school?

No, Broad Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Broad Street Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Broad Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Broad Street Elementary School?

30.3% of students at Broad Street 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

Greenwich Township School District
District Enrollment
433
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,277
District Rank
#2 of 2

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