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#1032 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 42% in state

Parkway Elementary School

Elementary School · Mount Laurel Township School District

142 RAMBLEWOOD PARKWAY, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,032 of 2,466

In Mount Laurel

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Mount Laurel Township School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Parkway Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Mount Laurel · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Parkway Elementary School

Parkway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Laurel, NJ, part of Mount Laurel Township School District. Parkway Elementary School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,032 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Parkway Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,933
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Parkway Elementary School — Students at Parkway Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
46.5%
ELA
50.9%
2025
Math
54.1%
ELA
49.2%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Parkway Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

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

142 RAMBLEWOOD PARKWAY, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary E. Roberts Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Moorestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frances DeMasi Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Marlton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thomas Paine Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cherry Hill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Laurel, see our Mount Laurel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
THE KINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cherry Hill 1.3 mi 6.0
GODDARD SCHOOL OF MOORESTOWN Moorestown 1.5 mi
J Harold Van Zant Marlton 1.7 mi 6.8
GODDARD SCHOOL OF CHERRY HILL Cherry Hill 1.6 mi
James F. Cooper Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.8 mi 4.7
Countryside Elementary School Mount Laurel 1.5 mi 4.0
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF MOORESTOWN Moorestown 2.0 mi
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School Moorestown 2.1 mi 9.0
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Moorestown 2.2 mi 5.6
THE SCHOOLHOUSE NURSERY SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Mount Laurel 1.8 mi
MOORESTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Moorestown 2.4 mi 6.7
CHERRY HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cherry Hill 2.2 mi
Richard Stockton Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.5 mi 5.0
Thomas Paine Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.0 mi 7.3
South Valley Elementary School Moorestown 2.7 mi 6.2
George C. Baker Elementary School Moorestown 2.8 mi 7.1
Joseph D. Sharp Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.8 mi 5.6
CENTER FOR EDUCATION Marlton 2.8 mi
Frances DeMasi Middle School Marlton 2.6 mi 7.5
Frances DeMasi Elementary School Marlton 2.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,629

Median Home Value

$341,400

Median Rent

$1,966/mo

Population

45,427

College Educated

56.3%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkway Elementary School

What grades does Parkway Elementary School serve?

Parkway Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Parkway Elementary School?

Parkway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Parkway Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parkway Elementary School rank in NJ?

Parkway Elementary School ranks #1,032 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Parkway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Parkway Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkway Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Parkway Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Parkway Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

13.4% of students at Parkway 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

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