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Elsinboro Township School

Elementary School · Elsinboro Township School District

631 SALEM FORT ELFSBORG ROAD, Salem, NJ 08079

Enrollment

112

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,244 of 2,466

In Salem

#2 of 6

public schools

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Elsinboro Township School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Salem · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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About Elsinboro Township School

Elsinboro Township School is a public elementary school in Salem, NJ, part of Elsinboro Township School District. Elsinboro Township School serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsinboro Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,244 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Elsinboro Township School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 112 students, Elsinboro Township School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Elsinboro Township School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,709
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Elsinboro Township School — Students at Elsinboro Township School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 49 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
31.4%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
32.4%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Elsinboro Township School Compares

See how Elsinboro Township School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Location

631 SALEM FORT ELFSBORG ROAD, Salem, NJ 08079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elsinboro Township School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mannington Township Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby New Castle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley Park Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Pennsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Salem High School Salem 2.4 mi 4.7
John Fenwick Academy Salem 2.8 mi 4.7
Salem Middle School Salem 3.0 mi 4.7
Valley Park Elementary School Pennsville 5.8 mi 7.1
Penn Beach Elementary Pennsville 6.3 mi 6.6
Pennsville Middle School Pennsville 6.7 mi 7.1
Pennsville Memorial High School Pennsville 6.8 mi 3.9
Mannington Township Elementary School Salem 6.1 mi 8.7
Quinton Township School Quinton 5.8 mi 6.2
Southern Elementary School New Castle 5.8 mi 5.2
Central Park Elementary School Pennsville 7.6 mi 3.3
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School New Castle 6.0 mi 4.9
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Castle 8.1 mi 7.9
New Castle Elementary School New Castle 8.3 mi 4.5
HARVEST CHRISTAIN ACADEMY, WILMINGTON New Castle 8.4 mi 9.1
Downie (Carrie) Elementary School New Castle 8.5 mi 4.6
Charter School of New Castle New Castle 8.9 mi 6.1
Penn (William) High School New Castle 8.8 mi 4.5
Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School Salem 8.3 mi 3.9
Castle Hills Elementary School New Castle 9.4 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,375

Median Home Value

$180,300

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

10,696

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

41

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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CHATHAM DAY SCHOOL Chatham, NJ 6.4
Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge, NJ 6.4
HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford, NJ 6.4
SHALOM TORAH ACADEMY Morganville, NJ 6.4
SOUTH JERSEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sicklerville, NJ 6.4
ST NICHOLAS UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Passaic, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elsinboro Township School

What grades does Elsinboro Township School serve?

Elsinboro Township School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Elsinboro Township School?

Elsinboro Township School has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsinboro Township School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elsinboro Township School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elsinboro Township School rank in NJ?

Elsinboro Township School ranks #1,244 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Elsinboro Township School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elsinboro Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elsinboro Township School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsinboro Township School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elsinboro Township School a charter school?

No, Elsinboro Township School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elsinboro Township School a Title I school?

No, Elsinboro Township School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elsinboro Township School?

50.0% of students at Elsinboro Township 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Salem County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

District

Elsinboro Township School District
District Enrollment
114
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,709
District Rank
#1 of 1

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