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#1558 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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Howard Yocum Elementary
Elementary School · Maple Shade School District
748 North Forklanding Road, Maple Shade, NJ 08052
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,558 of 2,466
In Maple Shade
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Maple Shade School District
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Howard Yocum Elementary
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About Howard Yocum Elementary
Howard Yocum Elementary is a public elementary school in Maple Shade, NJ, part of Maple Shade School District. Howard Yocum Elementary serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Yocum Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,558 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Howard Yocum Elementary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Howard Yocum Elementary Compares
See how Howard Yocum Elementary 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
748 North Forklanding Road, Maple Shade, NJ 08052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Yocum Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTFIELD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Cinnaminson), which scores notably higher. Another option is George B. Fine Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles Street School (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maple Shade, see our Maple Shade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,732
Median Home Value
$235,500
Median Rent
$1,574/mo
Population
19,970
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 5.9 |
| Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch, NJ | 5.9 |
| Cedarbrook Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 5.9 |
| Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 Passaic, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School Newark, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Parlin, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Yocum Elementary
What grades does Howard Yocum Elementary serve?
Howard Yocum Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Howard Yocum Elementary?
Howard Yocum Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Yocum Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Yocum Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard Yocum Elementary rank in NJ?
Howard Yocum Elementary ranks #1,558 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Howard Yocum Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Yocum Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Howard Yocum Elementary a charter school?
No, Howard Yocum Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard Yocum Elementary a Title I school?
No, Howard Yocum Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard Yocum Elementary?
45.9% of students at Howard Yocum Elementary 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (856) 779-7423
Resources & Links
District
Maple Shade School District- District Enrollment
- 2,446
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,458
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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