Excellent
#219 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 9% in state
George B. Fine Elementary School
Elementary School · Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
3800 GLADWYN AVE, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#219 of 2,466
In Pennsauken
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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George B. Fine Elementary School
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About George B. Fine Elementary School
George B. Fine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pennsauken, NJ, part of Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District. George B.
Fine Elementary School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. George B. Fine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for George B. Fine Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, George B. Fine 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
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George B. Fine Elementary School — Students at George B. Fine Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
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
→ 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: 10.0/10.
How George B. Fine Elementary School Compares
See how George B. Fine 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
3800 GLADWYN AVE, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George B. Fine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Merchantville), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Merchantville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pennsauken, see our Pennsauken schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,332
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
24,004
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
40.3
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| Eleanor G. Hewitt Ringwood, NJ | 8.4 |
| Hudson Elementary School Union City, NJ | 8.4 |
| Mary Bray Elementary School Mount Ephraim, NJ | 8.4 |
| McKenzie School East Rutherford, NJ | 8.4 |
| Point Road School Little Silver, NJ | 8.4 |
| Salome H. Long Memorial School Saddle Brook, NJ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George B. Fine Elementary School
What grades does George B. Fine Elementary School serve?
George B. Fine Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend George B. Fine Elementary School?
George B. Fine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George B. Fine Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at George B. Fine Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George B. Fine Elementary School rank in NJ?
George B. Fine Elementary School ranks #219 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is George B. Fine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
George B. Fine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 George B. Fine Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George B. Fine Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is George B. Fine Elementary School a charter school?
No, George B. Fine Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George B. Fine Elementary School a Title I school?
No, George B. Fine Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George B. Fine Elementary School?
51.6% of students at George B. Fine 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (856) 662-8568
Resources & Links
District
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District- District Enrollment
- 4,880
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,299
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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