Below Average
#2246 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Henry B. Wilson Family School
Elementary School · Camden City School District
2250 South 8th Street, Camden, NJ 08104
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,246 of 2,466
In Camden
#17 of 20
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Camden City School District
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About Henry B. Wilson Family School
Henry B. Wilson Family School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Henry B.
Wilson Family School serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry B. Wilson Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,246 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Henry B. Wilson Family School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Henry B. Wilson Family School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Henry B. Wilson Family School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Henry B. Wilson Family School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Henry B. Wilson Family School — Students at Henry B. Wilson Family School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 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: 6.1/10.
How Henry B. Wilson Family School Compares
See how Henry B. Wilson Family 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
2250 South 8th Street, Camden, NJ 08104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Henry B. Wilson Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cold Springs School (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Gloucester City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Sharp Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Collingswood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodlynne Boro Public School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Woodlynne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,566
Median Home Value
$87,600
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
21,508
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Henry B. Wilson Family School
What grades does Henry B. Wilson Family School serve?
Henry B. Wilson Family School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Henry B. Wilson Family School?
Henry B. Wilson Family School has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry B. Wilson Family School?
The student-teacher ratio at Henry B. Wilson Family School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Henry B. Wilson Family School rank in NJ?
Henry B. Wilson Family School ranks #2,246 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Henry B. Wilson Family School's MySchoolScout rating?
Henry B. Wilson Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Henry B. Wilson Family School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry B. Wilson Family School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Henry B. Wilson Family School a charter school?
No, Henry B. Wilson Family School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Henry B. Wilson Family School a Title I school?
No, Henry B. Wilson Family School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry B. Wilson Family School?
67.8% of students at Henry B. Wilson Family 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (856) 966-3691
Resources & Links
District
Camden City School District- District Enrollment
- 7,117
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $44,954
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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