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#961 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 39% in state

Holly Glen Elementary School

Elementary School · Monroe Township Public School District

900 NORTH MAIN STREET, Williamstown, NJ 08094

Enrollment

515

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#961 of 2,466

In Williamstown

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Monroe Township Public School District

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Holly Glen Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Williamstown · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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About Holly Glen Elementary School

Holly Glen Elementary School is a public elementary school in Williamstown, NJ, part of Monroe Township Public School District. Holly Glen Elementary School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Holly Glen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #961 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Holly Glen Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Holly Glen 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,007
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Holly Glen Elementary School — Students at Holly Glen Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
84%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
42.6%
ELA
49.3%
2025
Math
48.1%
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Holly Glen Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Location

900 NORTH MAIN STREET, Williamstown, NJ 08094

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holly Glen Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winslow Township Elementary School Four (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sicklerville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Winslow Township Elementary School Three (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Sicklerville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Radix Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Williamstown, see our Williamstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Williamstown High School Williamstown 0.9 mi 3.4
Williamstown Middle School Williamstown 1.0 mi 7.2
Oak Knoll Elementary School Williamstown 1.0 mi 5.0
LASTING LEGACY ACADEMY, LLC Williamstown 1.2 mi
ST MARY SCHOOL Williamstown 1.4 mi 5.5
Radix Elementary Williamstown 1.4 mi 6.4
Winslow Township Elementary School Four Sicklerville 2.3 mi 7.8
Winslow Township Elementary School Six Sicklerville 2.7 mi 4.4
SOUTH JERSEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sicklerville 2.8 mi 6.4
Winslow Township Elementary School Three Sicklerville 2.8 mi 7.6
Ann A. Mullen Middle School Sicklerville 3.8 mi 5.3
James W. Lilley Elementary School Erial 4.2 mi 5.6
Whitman Elementary School Turnersville 4.1 mi 5.2
Bunker Hill Middle School Sewell 3.6 mi 7.5
Birches Elementary School Turnersville 4.2 mi 5.6
Timber Creek Regional High School Erial 4.7 mi 4.8
BEACON ACADEMY Sewell 4.0 mi
ERIAL COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erial 5.1 mi 6.1
Whitehall Elementary School Williamstown 4.5 mi 5.8
Camden County Technical School-GTC Sicklerville 5.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08094 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,125

Median Home Value

$260,200

Median Rent

$1,420/mo

Population

40,542

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

82.6%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holly Glen Elementary School

What grades does Holly Glen Elementary School serve?

Holly Glen Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Holly Glen Elementary School?

Holly Glen Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holly Glen Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holly Glen Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holly Glen Elementary School rank in NJ?

Holly Glen Elementary School ranks #961 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Holly Glen Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holly Glen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Holly Glen Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holly Glen Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Holly Glen Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Holly Glen Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

50.5% of students at Holly Glen 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

Monroe Township Public School District
District Enrollment
5,746
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,007
District Rank
#2 of 6

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