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#892 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 36% in state

Gibbsboro Elementary School

Elementary School · Gibbsboro Elementary School District

37 KIRKWOOD RD, Gibbsboro, NJ 08026

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#892 of 2,466

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Gibbsboro Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Gibbsboro · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gibbsboro Elementary School

Gibbsboro Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gibbsboro, NJ, part of Gibbsboro Elementary School District. Gibbsboro Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gibbsboro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Gibbsboro Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Gibbsboro 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 Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,224
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Gibbsboro Elementary School — Students at Gibbsboro Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
34.1%
ELA
43.1%
2025
Math
36.3%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Gibbsboro Elementary School Compares

See how Gibbsboro Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

37 KIRKWOOD RD, Gibbsboro, NJ 08026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gibbsboro Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edward T. Hamilton (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Voorhees), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Osage School (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Voorhees), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Berlin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gibbsboro, see our Gibbsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Eastern Regional High School Voorhees 0.9 mi 6.9
BANCROFT SCHOOL AT VOORMEES PEDIATRIC FACILITY Voorhees 0.9 mi 6.6
Lindenwold School Four Lindenwold 1.1 mi 3.9
KINGSWAY LEARNING CENTER Voorhees 1.0 mi 6.8
Lindenwold High School Lindenwold 1.2 mi 4.4
Voorhees Middle School Voorhees 1.7 mi 8.1
Edward T. Hamilton Voorhees 1.5 mi 7.8
TOMORROWS HOPE Voorhees 1.7 mi
TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC. Voorhees 1.9 mi 6.8
Lindenwold Preschool Building Lindenwold 1.8 mi 5.0
Lindenwold Middle School Lindenwold 2.0 mi 4.8
UNDER THE SUN LEARNING CENTER Stratford 1.9 mi
Bret Harte Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.5 mi 4.4
BETH EL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Voorhees 2.4 mi
Cherry Hill High School East Cherry Hill 2.7 mi 5.9
OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL REGIONAL SCHOOL Berlin 2.5 mi 5.8
Laurel Springs School Laurel Springs 2.2 mi 4.8
Osage School Voorhees 2.2 mi 7.0
John F Kennedy Elementary School West Berlin 2.4 mi 3.5
ERIC B JACOBS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Cherry Hill 2.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,881

Median Home Value

$278,200

Population

2,337

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

40.8

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Columbus School Lodi, NJ 7.0
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Elizabeth Haddon School Haddonfield, NJ 7.0
Evergreen Avenue Elementary School Woodbury, NJ 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gibbsboro Elementary School

What grades does Gibbsboro Elementary School serve?

Gibbsboro Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Gibbsboro Elementary School?

Gibbsboro Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gibbsboro Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gibbsboro Elementary School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gibbsboro Elementary School rank in NJ?

Gibbsboro Elementary School ranks #892 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Gibbsboro Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gibbsboro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Gibbsboro Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gibbsboro Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Gibbsboro Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Gibbsboro Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Gibbsboro Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gibbsboro Elementary School?

21.4% of students at Gibbsboro 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Gibbsboro Elementary School District
District Enrollment
280
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,224
District Rank
#1 of 1

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