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#1739 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School
Elementary School · Camden City School District
3425 Cramer Street, Camden, NJ 08105
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,739 of 2,466
In Camden
#9 of 20
public schools
In district
#7 of 16
Camden City School District
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School
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About Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District.
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,739 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr. Henry H. Davis 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.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary 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
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Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School — Students at Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 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: 7.9/10.
How Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School Compares
See how Dr. Henry H. Davis 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
3425 Cramer Street, Camden, NJ 08105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Merchantville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,319
Median Home Value
$113,100
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
42.2%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School
What grades does Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School serve?
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School?
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School rank in NJ?
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School ranks #1,739 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School?
49.2% of students at Dr. Henry H. Davis 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (856) 966-8920
Resources & Links
District
Camden City School District- District Enrollment
- 7,117
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $44,954
- District Rank
- #7 of 16
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