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Cooper's Poynt Family School

Elementary School · Camden City School District

201 State Street, Camden, NJ 08102

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,890 of 2,466

In Camden

#12 of 20

public schools

In district

#10 of 16

Camden City School District

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Cooper's Poynt Family School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Camden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cooper's Poynt Family School

Cooper's Poynt Family School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Cooper's Poynt Family School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooper's Poynt Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,890 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Cooper's Poynt Family School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Cooper's Poynt Family 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.

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Cooper's Poynt Family School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

44% of students at Cooper's Poynt Family School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-29.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.3 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$44,954
Chronic Absenteeism43.7%

Cooper's Poynt Family School — Students at Cooper's Poynt Family School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 14.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 54 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
33%
ELA
19%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2024
Math
7.2%
ELA
10.6%
2025
Math
12.2%
ELA
11.6%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Cooper's Poynt Family School Compares

See how Cooper's Poynt Family School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.7%

Location

201 State Street, Camden, NJ 08102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cooper's Poynt Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adaire Alexander Sch (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hackett Horatio B Sch (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY NAME SCHOOL Camden 0.2 mi 6.1
Leap Academy University Charter School Camden 0.6 mi 6.5
KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation Newark 1.0 mi 3.5
Hope Community Charter School Oaklyn 1.3 mi 6.3
Penn Treaty Sch Philadelphia 1.3 mi 4.2
Adaire Alexander Sch Philadelphia 1.3 mi 8.3
Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. Camden 1.1 mi 5.1
QUADRAT ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.2 mi
Moffet John Sch Philadelphia 1.6 mi 4.3
Bodine William W HS Philadelphia 1.5 mi 8.2
Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus Philadelphia 1.4 mi 4.3
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS Philadelphia 1.8 mi 6.3
Early Childhood Development Center Camden 1.6 mi 4.9
ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.6 mi 6.5
Hackett Horatio B Sch Philadelphia 1.9 mi 7.8
AL-AQSA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.7 mi 7.0
LIGUORI ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.9 mi 7.2
Kearny Gen Philip Sch Philadelphia 1.6 mi 3.3
Veterans Memorial Family School Camden 1.5 mi 5.7
Forest Hill School Camden 1.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,895

Median Home Value

$79,500

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

8,090

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

26%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

42%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cooper's Poynt Family School

What grades does Cooper's Poynt Family School serve?

Cooper's Poynt Family School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Cooper's Poynt Family School?

Cooper's Poynt Family School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooper's Poynt Family School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cooper's Poynt Family School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cooper's Poynt Family School rank in NJ?

Cooper's Poynt Family School ranks #1,890 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Cooper's Poynt Family School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cooper's Poynt Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Cooper's Poynt Family School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooper's Poynt Family School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cooper's Poynt Family School a charter school?

No, Cooper's Poynt Family School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cooper's Poynt Family School a Title I school?

No, Cooper's Poynt Family School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooper's Poynt Family School?

62.0% of students at Cooper's Poynt Family 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.7%

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