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James W. Lilley Elementary School

Elementary School · Gloucester Township Public Schools

1275 WILLIAMSTOWN ROAD, Erial, NJ 08081

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,692 of 2,466

In Erial

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Gloucester Township Public Schools

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James W. Lilley Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Erial · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About James W. Lilley Elementary School

James W. Lilley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Erial, NJ, part of Gloucester Township Public Schools. James W.

Lilley Elementary School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. James W. Lilley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,692 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for James W. Lilley Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.7 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,049
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

James W. Lilley Elementary School — Students at James W. Lilley Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
77%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
31.2%
ELA
32.2%
2025
Math
31.8%
ELA
34.2%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How James W. Lilley Elementary School Compares

See how James W. Lilley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
31th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1275 WILLIAMSTOWN ROAD, Erial, NJ 08081

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James W. Lilley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winslow Township Elementary School Four (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Sicklerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Albert M. Bean School (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pine Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holly Glen Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Erial, see our Erial schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ERIAL COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erial 0.9 mi 6.1
Ann A. Mullen Middle School Sicklerville 0.9 mi 5.3
Erial Elementary School Sicklerville 1.2 mi 5.0
Timber Creek Regional High School Erial 1.0 mi 4.8
Union Valley Elementary School Sicklerville 1.2 mi 5.8
Winslow Township Elementary School Four Sicklerville 1.9 mi 7.8
Camden County Technical School-GTC Sicklerville 1.5 mi 6.5
Winslow Township Elementary School Six Sicklerville 2.0 mi 4.4
John H. Glenn School Pine Hill 1.9 mi 6.4
Whitman Elementary School Turnersville 1.9 mi 5.2
Dr. Albert M. Bean School Pine Hill 2.5 mi 7.0
Pine Hill Middle School Pine Hill 2.3 mi 4.1
Overbrook Senior High School Pine Hill 2.4 mi 3.3
Clementon Elementary School Clementon 3.3 mi 6.0
SOUTH JERSEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sicklerville 2.9 mi 6.4
Birches Elementary School Turnersville 2.8 mi 5.6
Charles W. Lewis Middle School Blackwood 3.4 mi 7.1
LASTING LEGACY ACADEMY, LLC Williamstown 3.7 mi
Lindenwold School Five Lindenwold 3.9 mi 3.7
Holly Glen Elementary School Williamstown 4.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,924

Median Home Value

$262,200

Median Rent

$1,551/mo

Population

49,418

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James W. Lilley Elementary School

What grades does James W. Lilley Elementary School serve?

James W. Lilley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend James W. Lilley Elementary School?

James W. Lilley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James W. Lilley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at James W. Lilley Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James W. Lilley Elementary School rank in NJ?

James W. Lilley Elementary School ranks #1,692 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is James W. Lilley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

James W. Lilley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 James W. Lilley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James W. Lilley Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is James W. Lilley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is James W. Lilley Elementary School a Title I school?

No, James W. Lilley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James W. Lilley Elementary School?

49.1% of students at James W. Lilley 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

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