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#135 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 5% in state

Ethel M Burke Elementary School

Elementary School · Bellmawr Public School District

112 SOUTH BLACK HORSE PIKE, Bellmawr, NJ 08031

Enrollment

233

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#135 of 2,466

In Bellmawr

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Bellmawr Public School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Ethel M Burke Elementary School

8.6/10

Elementary School in Bellmawr · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ethel M Burke Elementary School

Ethel M Burke Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bellmawr, NJ, part of Bellmawr Public School District. Ethel M Burke Elementary School serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethel M Burke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ethel M Burke Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Ethel M Burke 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+9.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+20.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,325
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Ethel M Burke Elementary School — Students at Ethel M Burke Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
46.3%
ELA
58.4%
2025
Math
68.3%
ELA
54.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Ethel M Burke Elementary School Compares

See how Ethel M Burke Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

112 SOUTH BLACK HORSE PIKE, Bellmawr, NJ 08031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ethel M Burke Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary Bray Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Ephraim), with a very similar rating. Another option is Haviland Avenue School (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Audubon), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Haddon Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bellmawr, see our Bellmawr schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School Bellmawr 0.7 mi 6.6
Glenview Avenue Haddon Heights 0.9 mi 5.5
Mary E. Volz Elementary School Runnemede 0.9 mi 4.3
Raymond W. Kershaw School Mount Ephraim 1.0 mi 6.0
Grade Downing Elementary School Runnemede 1.0 mi 2.4
Aline Bingham Elementary School Runnemede 1.1 mi 4.3
Mary Bray Elementary School Mount Ephraim 1.3 mi 8.4
Audubon Junior/Senior High School Audubon 1.4 mi 6.3
Triton Regional High School Runnemede 1.3 mi 5.3
ST TERESA REGIONAL SCHOOL Runnemede 1.4 mi 5.8
Mansion Avenue School Audubon 1.7 mi 6.0
Bellmawr Park Elementary School Bellmawr 1.4 mi 4.6
Seventh Avenue Haddon Heights 1.5 mi 5.7
Glendora Elementary School Glendora 1.9 mi 4.8
Atlantic Avenue Haddon Heights 1.7 mi 4.9
Woodland Middle School Barrington 1.6 mi 8.7
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haddon Heights 1.9 mi 6.2
Audubon Park Preschool Audubon Park 2.1 mi
Haviland Avenue School Audubon 2.2 mi 7.1
Haddon Heights Jr./Sr. High School Haddon Heights 2.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,812

Median Home Value

$216,500

Median Rent

$1,141/mo

Population

11,678

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ethel M Burke Elementary School

What grades does Ethel M Burke Elementary School serve?

Ethel M Burke Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Ethel M Burke Elementary School?

Ethel M Burke Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethel M Burke Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ethel M Burke Elementary School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ethel M Burke Elementary School rank in NJ?

Ethel M Burke Elementary School ranks #135 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ethel M Burke Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ethel M Burke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Ethel M Burke Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethel M Burke Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ethel M Burke Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ethel M Burke Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ethel M Burke Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ethel M Burke Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ethel M Burke Elementary School?

41.2% of students at Ethel M Burke 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Bellmawr Public School District
District Enrollment
1,183
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,325
District Rank
#1 of 3

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