Very Good
#629 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
Mildred Magowan Elementary School
Elementary School · Edgewater Park Township School District · Edgewater Park, NJ
An Edgewater Park Township School District elementary school where students score 6 points above what's typical for similar communities.
405 CHERRIX AVENUE, Edgewater Park, NJ 08010
- Math 43% vs NJ 48% (2025)
- Reading 41% vs NJ 49% (2025)
- 11:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Mildred Magowan Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 25 points since 2021, reaching 42% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 45% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 43% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
57.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Mildred Magowan Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 41Car-Dependent
- Bike 43Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$85,285
Median home value
$227,700
Median rent
$1,472/mo
College educated
30.1%
Homeownership
71.8%
Poverty rate
16.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08010; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
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Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly City School DistrictEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | PK–8 | 0.8 mi | 334 | Compare → |
| J.c.stuart EcdcEnrollment path unverified | 6.5 | PK–K | 1.0 mi | 330 | Compare → |
| Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.6 | K–8 | 1.1 mi | 360 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Edgewater Park Township School District
- Schools in district
- 2
- Rank in district
- #1 of 2
- District spending per student
- $25,451NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 9.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
Mildred Magowan Elementary School is listed in Edgewater Park Township School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Mildred Magowan Elementary School
Mildred Magowan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edgewater Park, NJ, part of Edgewater Park Township School District, serving approximately 563 students in grades Pre-K-4th with a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mildred Magowan Elementary School
What grades does Mildred Magowan Elementary School serve?
Mildred Magowan Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Mildred Magowan Elementary School?
Mildred Magowan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred Magowan Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mildred Magowan 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 Mildred Magowan Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mildred Magowan Elementary School ranks #629 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mildred Magowan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mildred Magowan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Mildred Magowan Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mildred Magowan Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mildred Magowan Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mildred Magowan Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mildred Magowan Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mildred Magowan Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mildred Magowan Elementary School?
57.5% of students at Mildred Magowan 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (609) 877-1430
- Area population (ZIP 08010)
- 11,506
- Area average commute
- 31.7 min
- Area median age
- 43.3
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08010; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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