Excellent
#183 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 7% in state
Moorestown Upper Elementary School
Middle School · Moorestown Township Public School District
325 BORTON LANDING ROAD, Moorestown, NJ 08057
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#183 of 2,466
In Moorestown
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Moorestown Township Public School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Moorestown Upper Elementary School
Moorestown Upper Elementary School is a public middle school in Moorestown, NJ, part of Moorestown Township Public School District. Moorestown Upper Elementary School serves approximately 882 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Moorestown Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Moorestown Upper Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Moorestown Upper Elementary School — Students at Moorestown Upper Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Moorestown Upper Elementary School Compares
See how Moorestown Upper 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
325 BORTON LANDING ROAD, Moorestown, NJ 08057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moorestown Upper Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mary E. Roberts Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is William Allen Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Moorestown High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Moorestown, see our Moorestown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,290
Median Home Value
$626,400
Median Rent
$1,485/mo
Population
20,990
College Educated
67.2%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
47.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moorestown Upper Elementary School
What grades does Moorestown Upper Elementary School serve?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 882 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Moorestown Upper Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moorestown Upper Elementary School rank in NJ?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School ranks #183 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Moorestown Upper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moorestown Upper Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Moorestown Upper Elementary School a charter school?
No, Moorestown Upper Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moorestown Upper Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Moorestown Upper Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
9.9% of students at Moorestown Upper 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
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 882
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.6%
- Phone
- (856) 793-0333
Resources & Links
District
Moorestown Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,912
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,732
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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