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#1717 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Denbo Crichton School
Elementary School · Pemberton Township School District
Two Learning Way, Browns Mills, NJ 08015
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,717 of 2,466
In Browns Mills
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Pemberton Township School District
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Denbo Crichton School
Elementary School in Browns Mills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Denbo Crichton School
Denbo Crichton School is a public elementary school in Browns Mills, NJ, part of Pemberton Township School District. Denbo Crichton School serves approximately 840 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Denbo Crichton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,717 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Denbo Crichton School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Denbo Crichton 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
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Denbo Crichton School — Students at Denbo Crichton School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 19 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Denbo Crichton School Compares
See how Denbo Crichton 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
Two Learning Way, Browns Mills, NJ 08015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denbo Crichton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Dix Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Dix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Samuel T. Busansky School (rated 7.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Pemberton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Hanover Township School (rated 7.0/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Wrightstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Browns Mills, see our Browns Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,926
Median Home Value
$215,100
Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Population
19,143
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denbo Crichton School
What grades does Denbo Crichton School serve?
Denbo Crichton School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Denbo Crichton School?
Denbo Crichton School has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denbo Crichton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Denbo Crichton School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denbo Crichton School rank in NJ?
Denbo Crichton School ranks #1,717 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Denbo Crichton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Denbo Crichton 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 Denbo Crichton School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Denbo Crichton School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Denbo Crichton School a charter school?
No, Denbo Crichton School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denbo Crichton School a Title I school?
No, Denbo Crichton School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denbo Crichton School?
65.5% of students at Denbo Crichton 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 840
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (609) 893-8141
Resources & Links
District
Pemberton Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,410
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,175
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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