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Jordan Road Elementary School

Middle School · Somers Point School District

129 Jordan Road, Somers Point, NJ 08244

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,159 of 2,466

In Somers Point

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Somers Point School District

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Jordan Road Elementary School

6.6/10

Middle School in Somers Point · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jordan Road Elementary School

Jordan Road Elementary School is a public middle school in Somers Point, NJ, part of Somers Point School District. Jordan Road Elementary School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jordan Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,159 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Jordan Road Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,599
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Jordan Road Elementary School — Students at Jordan Road Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 51 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
57%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
26%
ELA
26.5%
2025
Math
24%
ELA
33.9%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Jordan Road Elementary School Compares

See how Jordan Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Location

129 Jordan Road, Somers Point, NJ 08244

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jordan Road Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ocean City Intermediate School (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Ocean City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belhaven Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Linwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northfield Community Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Somers Point, see our Somers Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts Somers Point 0.7 mi 3.3
New York Avenue Elementary School Somers Point 0.6 mi
Dawes Avenue Elementary School Somers Point 1.0 mi 6.1
Seaview Elementary School Linwood 1.6 mi 7.6
CREATIVE LEARNING PRE SCHOOL Linwood 2.0 mi
Belhaven Middle School Linwood 2.2 mi 7.8
Mainland Regional High School Linwood 2.4 mi 5.6
ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Egg Harbor Township 3.1 mi 5.5
Ocean City Primary School Ocean City 3.1 mi 5.2
Ocean City Intermediate School Ocean City 3.5 mi 8.9
Bargaintown Preschool Egg Harbor Township 3.7 mi
Ocean City High School Ocean City 3.5 mi 6.3
Swift-Slaybaugh Complex Egg Harbor Township 3.7 mi 5.1
TRINITY LEARNING CTR-HOLY Egg Harbor Township 4.3 mi
Upper Township Primary School Marmora 4.0 mi 4.9
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 4.1 mi
Upper Township Elementary School Marmora 4.1 mi 6.9
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 4.1 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 4.1 mi 8.0
Egg Harbor Township High School Egg Harbor Township 5.3 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,500

Median Home Value

$278,500

Median Rent

$1,266/mo

Population

10,611

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

43.9

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Sandman Consolidated School Cape May, NJ 6.6
Joyce Kilmer School Milltown, NJ 6.5
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Von E. Mauger Middle School Middlesex, NJ 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jordan Road Elementary School

What grades does Jordan Road Elementary School serve?

Jordan Road Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Jordan Road Elementary School?

Jordan Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jordan Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jordan Road Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jordan Road Elementary School rank in NJ?

Jordan Road Elementary School ranks #1,159 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Jordan Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jordan Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Jordan Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jordan Road Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jordan Road Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Jordan Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Jordan Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jordan Road Elementary School?

63.5% of students at Jordan Road 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Somers Point School District
District Enrollment
763
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,599
District Rank
#1 of 2

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