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Loudenslager Elementary School

Elementary School · Paulsboro School District

100 BAIRD AVE, Paulsboro, NJ 08066

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.5

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,770 of 2,466

In Paulsboro

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Paulsboro School District

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Loudenslager Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Paulsboro · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Loudenslager Elementary School

Loudenslager Elementary School is a public elementary school in Paulsboro, NJ, part of Paulsboro School District. Loudenslager Elementary School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Loudenslager Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Loudenslager Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Loudenslager Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

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+1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,070
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Loudenslager Elementary School — Students at Loudenslager Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 24.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
64%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
15%
2024
Math
13.1%
ELA
16.8%
2025
Math
15.3%
ELA
17.3%

* 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 Loudenslager Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
28th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

100 BAIRD AVE, Paulsboro, NJ 08066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Loudenslager Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West End Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Broad Street Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Gibbstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Billingsport Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paulsboro, see our Paulsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
GUARDIAN ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Paulsboro 0.7 mi 6.7
Paulsboro High School Paulsboro 0.8 mi 4.4
Paulsboro Junior High School Paulsboro 0.8 mi 5.2
Billingsport Elementary School Paulsboro 1.1 mi 6.7
Nehaunsey Middle School Gibbstown 1.5 mi 8.3
Jeffrey Clark School Mickleton 2.6 mi 5.5
Samuel Mickle School Mickleton 2.7 mi 6.2
Broad Street Elementary School Gibbstown 2.3 mi 6.8
GUARDIAN ANGELS Gibbstown 2.3 mi 5.5
West Deptford Middle School West Deptford 2.6 mi 7.4
Tinicum Sch Essington 4.0 mi 5.6
National Park School National Park 4.2 mi 6.6
Green-Fields Elementary School Woodbury 3.8 mi 5.2
Delcroft Sch Folcroft 4.9 mi 3.6
Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Folcroft 5.0 mi 7.9
Kingsway Regional Middle School Woolwich Twp 5.0 mi 5.8
West End Memorial Elementary School Woodbury 4.2 mi 7.3
Centre City Elementary School Mantua 4.9 mi 4.7
Norwood Sch Norwood 5.0 mi 5.1
Penrose Sch Philadelphia 5.6 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,412

Median Home Value

$166,600

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

7,412

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Loudenslager Elementary School

What grades does Loudenslager Elementary School serve?

Loudenslager Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Loudenslager Elementary School?

Loudenslager Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Loudenslager Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Loudenslager Elementary School 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 Loudenslager Elementary School rank in NJ?

Loudenslager Elementary School ranks #1,770 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Loudenslager Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Loudenslager Elementary School 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.

What are the test scores at Loudenslager Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Loudenslager Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Loudenslager Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Loudenslager Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

68.4% of students at Loudenslager 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

Paulsboro School District
District Enrollment
1,316
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,070
District Rank
#2 of 4

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