Below Average
#2123 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Delair Elementary School
Elementary School · Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
850 DEROUSSE AVENUE, Delair, NJ 08110
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,123 of 2,466
In district
#7 of 9
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
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About Delair Elementary School
Delair Elementary School is a public elementary school in Delair, NJ, part of Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District. Delair Elementary School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Delair Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,123 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Delair Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Delair 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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Delair Elementary School — Students at Delair Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 5.7/10.
How Delair Elementary School Compares
See how Delair 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
850 DEROUSSE AVENUE, Delair, NJ 08110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delair Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Another option is George B. Fine Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Merchantville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Delair, see our Delair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,307
Median Home Value
$194,400
Median Rent
$1,192/mo
Population
18,955
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delair Elementary School
What grades does Delair Elementary School serve?
Delair Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Delair Elementary School?
Delair Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delair Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Delair Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delair Elementary School rank in NJ?
Delair Elementary School ranks #2,123 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Delair Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Delair Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Delair Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Delair Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Delair Elementary School a charter school?
No, Delair Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delair Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Delair Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delair Elementary School?
58.7% of students at Delair 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (856) 662-6164
Resources & Links
District
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District- District Enrollment
- 4,880
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,299
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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