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Harrison Township Elementary School

Elementary School · Harrison Township School District

120 N MAIN STREET, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062

Enrollment

780

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,489 of 2,466

In Mullica Hill

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Harrison Township School District

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Harrison Township Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Mullica Hill · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harrison Township Elementary School

Harrison Township Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mullica Hill, NJ, part of Harrison Township School District. Harrison Township Elementary School serves approximately 780 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Township Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,489 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Harrison Township Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+22.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,061
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Harrison Township Elementary School — Students at Harrison Township Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
79%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
71.4%
ELA
57.7%
2025
Math
70.1%
ELA
59.3%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Harrison Township Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Location

120 N MAIN STREET, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrison Township Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Harrison Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Harrisonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Valley Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Wenonah), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wenonah Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Wenonah), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mullica Hill, see our Mullica Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Valley School Mullica Hill 0.8 mi 7.4
Clearview Regional High School Mullica Hill 1.0 mi 4.8
Clearview Regional Middle School Mullica Hill 1.2 mi 5.4
Jeffrey Clark School Mickleton 3.1 mi 5.5
Samuel Mickle School Mickleton 3.1 mi 6.2
Centre City Elementary School Mantua 3.0 mi 4.7
GLOUCESTER COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sewell 3.5 mi 5.0
Kingsway Regional Middle School Woolwich Twp 3.6 mi 5.8
Kingsway Regional High School Woolwich Twp 3.7 mi 4.3
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School Mantua 4.0 mi 6.6
South Harrison Elementary School Harrisonville 4.5 mi 8.0
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center Wenonah 4.8 mi 6.4
Loudenslager Elementary School Paulsboro 5.6 mi 5.5
Nehaunsey Middle School Gibbstown 5.5 mi 8.3
Memorial Elementary School Pitman 4.6 mi 6.6
Green-Fields Elementary School Woodbury 5.6 mi 5.2
Margaret C. Clifford School Swedesboro 4.7 mi 5.7
West Deptford Middle School West Deptford 6.0 mi 7.4
Oak Valley Elementary School Wenonah 5.4 mi 6.9
Wenonah Elementary School Wenonah 5.2 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$159,386

Median Home Value

$468,600

Median Rent

$1,097/mo

Population

17,969

College Educated

54.2%

Homeownership

92.4%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrison Township Elementary School

What grades does Harrison Township Elementary School serve?

Harrison Township Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Harrison Township Elementary School?

Harrison Township Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 780 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrison Township Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Township Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrison Township Elementary School rank in NJ?

Harrison Township Elementary School ranks #1,489 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Harrison Township Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrison Township Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Harrison Township Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrison Township Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harrison Township Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harrison Township Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

10.6% of students at Harrison Township 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

Harrison Township School District
District Enrollment
1,371
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,061
District Rank
#2 of 2

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