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Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School

Elementary School · Maple Shade School District

34 WEST MILL ROAD, Maple Shade, NJ 08052

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,432 of 2,466

In Maple Shade

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Maple Shade School District

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Maple Shade · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maple Shade High School

4.5/10

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6.4/10

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About Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School

Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maple Shade, NJ, part of Maple Shade School District. Maude M.

Wilkins Elementary School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,432 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Maude M. Wilkins 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 Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,458
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School — Students at Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
54%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
19.2%
ELA
25.2%
2025
Math
22.1%
ELA
29.2%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School Compares

See how Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

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

34 WEST MILL ROAD, Maple Shade, NJ 08052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George B. Fine Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Paine Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maple Shade, see our Maple Shade schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Maple Shade High School Maple Shade 0.5 mi 4.5
John A. Carusi Middle School Cherry Hill 0.8 mi 6.4
Ralph J. Steinhauer Elementary School Maple Shade 0.8 mi 6.5
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cherry Hill 1.2 mi 6.0
FOXMAN TORAH INSTITUTE Cherry Hill 1.1 mi 6.6
Thomas Paine Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.2 mi 7.3
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.3 mi 3.6
Kingston Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.8 mi 4.6
Howard Yocum Elementary Maple Shade 1.7 mi 5.9
Clara Barton Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.8 mi 4.8
Cherry Hill High School West Cherry Hill 1.7 mi 5.3
Countryside Elementary School Mount Laurel 1.9 mi 4.0
George B. Fine Elementary School Pennsauken 1.8 mi 8.4
Alternative High School Cherry Hill 2.2 mi 4.0
Howard M. Phifer Middle School Pennsauken 2.1 mi 5.0
Pennsauken Intermediate School Pennsauken 2.1 mi 5.9
Cinnaminson Middle School Cinnaminson 2.7 mi 7.0
FUSION ACADEMY Cherry Hill 2.4 mi
ST CHARLES BORROMEO Cinnaminson 3.0 mi 5.4
Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center Cherry Hill 3.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,732

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$1,574/mo

Population

19,970

College Educated

33.6%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School

What grades does Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School serve?

Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School?

Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School rank in NJ?

Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School ranks #1,432 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School?

51.8% of students at Maude M. Wilkins 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Maple Shade School District
District Enrollment
2,446
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,458
District Rank
#2 of 4

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