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#1771 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Lafayette - Pershing
Elementary School · Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
237 SHELL ROAD, Carneys Point, NJ 08069
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,771 of 2,466
In Carneys Point
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
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Lafayette - Pershing
Elementary School in Carneys Point · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lafayette - Pershing
Lafayette - Pershing is a public elementary school in Carneys Point, NJ, part of Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District. Lafayette - Pershing serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette - Pershing has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,771 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.9%
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 Lafayette - Pershing Compares
See how Lafayette - Pershing performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
237 SHELL ROAD, Carneys Point, NJ 08069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette - Pershing may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrcroft Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Pleasant Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Field Street School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carneys Point, see our Carneys Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,397
Median Home Value
$184,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
13,413
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette - Pershing
What grades does Lafayette - Pershing serve?
Lafayette - Pershing serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Lafayette - Pershing?
Lafayette - Pershing has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette - Pershing?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette - Pershing is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette - Pershing rank in NJ?
Lafayette - Pershing ranks #1,771 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lafayette - Pershing's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette - Pershing has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lafayette - Pershing a charter school?
No, Lafayette - Pershing is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafayette - Pershing a Title I school?
No, Lafayette - Pershing is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette - Pershing?
69.9% of students at Lafayette - Pershing 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (856) 299-3230
Resources & Links
District
Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 2,245
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,327
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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