Very Good
#738 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 30% in state
Field Street School
Elementary School · Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
144 FIELD STREET, Carneys Point, NJ 08069
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#738 of 2,466
In Carneys Point
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Field Street School
Elementary School in Carneys Point · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Field Street School
Field Street School is a public elementary school in Carneys Point, NJ, part of Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District. Field Street School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #738 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Field Street School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Field Street School — Students at Field Street School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
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: 9.6/10.
How Field Street School Compares
See how Field Street 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
144 FIELD STREET, Carneys Point, NJ 08069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Field Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Claymont Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Claymont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carrcroft Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mount Pleasant Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carneys Point, see our Carneys Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,397
Median Home Value
$184,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
13,413
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
40.7
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| Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison, NJ | 7.3 |
| Bobby's Run Elementary School Lumberton, NJ | 7.3 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield, NJ | 7.3 |
| Fairmount Hackensack, NJ | 7.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen, NJ | 7.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School Westfield, NJ | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Field Street School
What grades does Field Street School serve?
Field Street School serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend Field Street School?
Field Street School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Field Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Field Street 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 Field Street School rank in NJ?
Field Street School ranks #738 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Field Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Field Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Field Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Field Street School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Field Street School a charter school?
No, Field Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Field Street School a Title I school?
No, Field Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Field Street School?
81.1% of students at Field Street 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
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (856) 299-0170
Resources & Links
District
Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 2,245
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,327
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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