Below Average
#2304 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Countryside Elementary School
Elementary School · Mount Laurel Township School District
115 SCHOOLHOUSE LANE, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,304 of 2,466
In Mount Laurel
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Mount Laurel Township School District
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Countryside Elementary School
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About Countryside Elementary School
Countryside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Laurel, NJ, part of Mount Laurel Township School District. Countryside Elementary School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Countryside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,304 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Countryside Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Countryside Elementary School — Students at Countryside Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 2.3/10.
How Countryside Elementary School Compares
See how Countryside 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
115 SCHOOLHOUSE LANE, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Countryside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary E. Roberts Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Moorestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Paine Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Laurel, see our Mount Laurel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,629
Median Home Value
$341,400
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
45,427
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Countryside Elementary School
What grades does Countryside Elementary School serve?
Countryside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Countryside Elementary School?
Countryside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Countryside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Countryside Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Countryside Elementary School rank in NJ?
Countryside Elementary School ranks #2,304 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Countryside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Countryside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Countryside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Countryside Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Countryside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Countryside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Countryside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Countryside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Countryside Elementary School?
10.8% of students at Countryside 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (856) 234-2750
Resources & Links
District
Mount Laurel Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,336
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,933
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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