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Pennsauken Intermediate School

Elementary School · Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District

8125 PARK AVENUE, Pennsauken, NJ 08109

Enrollment

645

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,567 of 2,466

In Pennsauken

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Pennsauken Intermediate School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Pennsauken · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Howard M. Phifer Middle School

5.0/10

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8.4/10

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About Pennsauken Intermediate School

Pennsauken Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Pennsauken, NJ, part of Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District. Pennsauken Intermediate School serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pennsauken Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,567 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Pennsauken Intermediate School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pennsauken Intermediate 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.2 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,299
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Pennsauken Intermediate School — Students at Pennsauken Intermediate School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
69%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
24.5%
ELA
26.5%
2025
Math
27%
ELA
29.1%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Pennsauken Intermediate School Compares

See how Pennsauken Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
37th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

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

8125 PARK AVENUE, Pennsauken, NJ 08109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pennsauken Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George B. Fine Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles Street School (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pennsauken, see our Pennsauken schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Howard M. Phifer Middle School Pennsauken 0.1 mi 5.0
George B. Fine Elementary School Pennsauken 0.5 mi 8.4
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Pennsauken 0.6 mi 3.9
Howard Yocum Elementary Maple Shade 1.0 mi 5.9
Pennsauken High School Pennsauken 1.6 mi 4.0
Merchantville Elementary School Merchantville 1.4 mi 5.0
Delair Elementary School Delair 1.5 mi 4.7
ST PETER SCHOOL Merchantville 1.5 mi 6.3
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Merchantville 1.5 mi 6.2
Maple Shade High School Maple Shade 1.7 mi 4.5
FOXMAN TORAH INSTITUTE Cherry Hill 2.1 mi 6.6
Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (ST Pennsauken 2.0 mi 8.9
Ralph J. Steinhauer Elementary School Maple Shade 1.8 mi 6.5
Charles Street School Palmyra 2.3 mi 6.5
ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pennsauken 1.9 mi 5.8
Cherry Hill High School West Cherry Hill 2.5 mi 5.3
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School Maple Shade 2.1 mi 6.1
FUSION ACADEMY Cherry Hill 2.7 mi
Palmyra High School Palmyra 2.7 mi 4.0
Palmyra Middle School Palmyra 2.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,332

Median Home Value

$227,200

Median Rent

$1,142/mo

Population

24,004

College Educated

26.8%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pennsauken Intermediate School

What grades does Pennsauken Intermediate School serve?

Pennsauken Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Pennsauken Intermediate School?

Pennsauken Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pennsauken Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pennsauken Intermediate School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pennsauken Intermediate School rank in NJ?

Pennsauken Intermediate School ranks #1,567 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Pennsauken Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pennsauken Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pennsauken Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pennsauken Intermediate School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pennsauken Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Pennsauken Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Pennsauken Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pennsauken Intermediate School?

39.8% of students at Pennsauken Intermediate 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

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