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#1893 of 2,466 schools in NJ
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School
Elementary School · Delanco Township School District
1301 BURLINGTON AVE, Delanco, NJ 08075
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,893 of 2,466
In Delanco
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Delanco Township School District
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About M. Joan Pearson Elementary School
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Delanco, NJ, part of Delanco Township School District. M.
Joan Pearson Elementary School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. M. Joan Pearson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,893 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for M. Joan Pearson Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at M. Joan Pearson 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
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M. Joan Pearson Elementary School — Students at M. Joan Pearson Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.6/10.
How M. Joan Pearson Elementary School Compares
See how M. Joan Pearson Elementary School 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
1301 BURLINGTON AVE, Delanco, NJ 08075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M. Joan Pearson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mildred Magowan Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Edgewater Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beverly City School District (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Delran Intermediate School (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Delran), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Delanco, see our Delanco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Street School Delanco | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Riverside Middle School Riverside | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverside High School Riverside | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Riverside Elementary School Riverside | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Beverly City School District Beverly | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Delran Intermediate School Delran | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Delran Middle School Delran | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Samuel M Ridgway Middle School Edgewater Park | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLY CROSS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Delran | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Delran High School Delran | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Mildred Magowan Elementary School Edgewater Park | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| NAZARETH ACADEMY GRADE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| OUR LADY OF CALVARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| CATHEDRAL OF LOVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willingboro | 2.4 mi | — |
| ALPHA HOUSE NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,576
Median Home Value
$288,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
30,550
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40
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| Ocean City Primary School Ocean City, NJ | 5.2 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson, NJ | 5.2 |
| Washington Avenue School Chatham, NJ | 5.2 |
| West Amwell Township School Lambertville, NJ | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M. Joan Pearson Elementary School
What grades does M. Joan Pearson Elementary School serve?
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend M. Joan Pearson Elementary School?
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M. Joan Pearson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at M. Joan Pearson Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M. Joan Pearson Elementary School rank in NJ?
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School ranks #1,893 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is M. Joan Pearson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
M. Joan Pearson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 M. Joan Pearson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M. Joan Pearson Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is M. Joan Pearson Elementary School a charter school?
No, M. Joan Pearson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M. Joan Pearson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, M. Joan Pearson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M. Joan Pearson Elementary School?
45.5% of students at M. Joan Pearson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (856) 461-1976
Resources & Links
District
Delanco Township School District- District Enrollment
- 376
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,948
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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