Very Good
#629 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
Mildred Magowan Elementary School
Elementary School · Edgewater Park Township School District
405 CHERRIX AVENUE, Edgewater Park, NJ 08010
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#629 of 2,466
In Edgewater Park
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Edgewater Park Township School District
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mildred Magowan Elementary School
Elementary School in Edgewater Park · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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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. Mildred Magowan Elementary School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Mildred Magowan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mildred Magowan Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mildred Magowan Elementary School — Students at Mildred Magowan Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 8.5/10.
How Mildred Magowan Elementary School Compares
See how Mildred Magowan Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 CHERRIX AVENUE, Edgewater Park, NJ 08010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mildred Magowan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Samuel Smith Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Burlington), with a very similar rating. Another option is W. R. James Sr. Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Willingboro), with a comparable rating. Additionally, J.C.Stuart ECDC (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Willingboro), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Edgewater Park, see our Edgewater Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel M Ridgway Middle School Edgewater Park | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Beverly City School District Beverly | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| J.C.Stuart ECDC Willingboro | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School Westampton | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| W. R. James Sr. Elementary School Willingboro | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF LOVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willingboro | 1.9 mi | — |
| Keystone El Sch Croydon | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| M. Joan Pearson Elementary School Delanco | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Russell C Struble El Sch Bensalem | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Hawthorne Park Elementary School Willingboro | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Delran Intermediate School Delran | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DOANE ACADEMY Burlington | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Walnut Street School Delanco | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Samuel Smith Elementary School Burlington | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| GARFIELD PARK ACADEMY Willingboro | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Robert K Shafer MS Bensalem | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,285
Median Home Value
$227,700
Median Rent
$1,472/mo
Population
11,506
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
43.3
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| A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick, NJ | 7.5 |
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| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Deerfield School Short Hills, NJ | 7.5 |
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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (609) 877-1430
Resources & Links
District
Edgewater Park Township School District- District Enrollment
- 1,015
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,451
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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