Very Good
#906 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 37% in state
New Hanover Township School
Elementary School · New Hanover Township
122 FORT DIX STREET, Wrightstown, NJ 08562
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#906 of 2,466
In Wrightstown
#2 of 3
public schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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New Hanover Township School
Elementary School in Wrightstown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Hanover Township School
New Hanover Township School is a public elementary school in Wrightstown, NJ, part of New Hanover Township. New Hanover Township School serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hanover Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #906 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for New Hanover Township School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, New Hanover Township School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at New Hanover Township 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.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, New Hanover Township School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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New Hanover Township School — Students at New Hanover Township School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 8.2/10.
How New Hanover Township School Compares
See how New Hanover Township School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
122 FORT DIX STREET, Wrightstown, NJ 08562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Hanover Township School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Dix Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Dix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mansfield Township Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Samuel T. Busansky School (rated 7.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Pemberton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wrightstown, see our Wrightstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,766
Median Home Value
$271,200
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Population
4,301
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Hanover Township School
What grades does New Hanover Township School serve?
New Hanover Township School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend New Hanover Township School?
New Hanover Township School has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hanover Township School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Hanover Township School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Hanover Township School rank in NJ?
New Hanover Township School ranks #906 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is New Hanover Township School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Hanover Township School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 New Hanover Township School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Hanover Township School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is New Hanover Township School a charter school?
No, New Hanover Township School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Hanover Township School a Title I school?
No, New Hanover Township School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Hanover Township School?
48.9% of students at New Hanover Township 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (609) 723-2139
Resources & Links
District
New Hanover Township- District Enrollment
- 197
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,425
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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