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Oakview Elementary School

Elementary School · West Deptford Township School District

350 DUBOIS AVE, West Deptford, NJ 08096

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,337 of 2,466

In West Deptford

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

West Deptford Township School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Oakview Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in West Deptford · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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6.9/10

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About Oakview Elementary School

Oakview Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Deptford, NJ, part of West Deptford Township School District. Oakview Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,337 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Oakview Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.0Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2009 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2009 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2009 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2009 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,992
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Oakview Elementary School — Students at Oakview Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2008-09)

Math Proficiency 77.0% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

How Oakview Elementary School Compares

See how Oakview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

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

350 DUBOIS AVE, West Deptford, NJ 08096

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West End Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Red Bank Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodbury Heights Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Woodbury Hts), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Deptford, see our West Deptford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
West Deptford High School West Deptford 0.3 mi 4.3
Walnut Street School Woodbury 0.6 mi 6.9
Woodbury Jr-Sr High School Woodbury 0.9 mi 4.1
Red Bank Elementary School West Deptford 1.2 mi 7.2
THE DURAND SCHOOL Woodbury 1.1 mi 7.0
HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC Woodbury 1.2 mi 6.0
West End Memorial Elementary School Woodbury 1.3 mi 7.3
Evergreen Avenue Elementary School Woodbury 1.2 mi 7.0
Shady Lane Elementary School Westville 1.3 mi 3.8
National Park School National Park 1.6 mi 6.6
Lake Tract Elementary School Deptford 2.1 mi 5.1
Parkview Elementary School Westville 1.9 mi 6.5
Woodbury Heights Elementary Woodbury Hts 2.5 mi 7.2
ST MARGARET REGIONAL SCHOOL Woodbury Heights 2.6 mi 6.1
Gateway Regional High School Woodbury Hts 2.6 mi 6.2
Green-Fields Elementary School Woodbury 2.6 mi 5.2
West Deptford Middle School West Deptford 2.5 mi 7.4
Central Early Childhood Center Deptford 2.5 mi 6.0
LARC SCHOOL Bellmawr 2.5 mi 7.4
Oak Valley Elementary School Wenonah 3.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08096 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,483

Median Home Value

$248,400

Median Rent

$1,446/mo

Population

35,896

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

41.1

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Fernbrook School Randolph, NJ 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakview Elementary School

What grades does Oakview Elementary School serve?

Oakview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Oakview Elementary School?

Oakview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakview Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakview Elementary School rank in NJ?

Oakview Elementary School ranks #1,337 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Oakview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Oakview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakview Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).

Is Oakview Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oakview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Oakview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakview Elementary School?

31.1% of students at Oakview 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

West Deptford Township School District
District Enrollment
2,864
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,992
District Rank
#3 of 5

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