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Sewell Elementary School

Elementary School · Mantua Township School District

40 MCANALLY DR, Sewell, NJ 08080

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,702 of 2,466

In Sewell

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Mantua Township School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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5.6/10

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About Sewell Elementary School

Sewell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sewell, NJ, part of Mantua Township School District. Sewell Elementary School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sewell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,702 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Sewell Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,193
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Sewell Elementary School — Students at Sewell Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 78.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 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
92%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Sewell Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
31th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

40 MCANALLY DR, Sewell, NJ 08080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sewell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hurffville Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Valley Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wenonah), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wenonah Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wenonah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sewell, see our Sewell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
AMBASSADOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sewell 1.1 mi 6.7
Pitman Jr./Sr. High School Pitman 1.8 mi 6.3
Gloucester County Institute of Technology Sewell 1.8 mi 6.8
Deptford Township Middle School Sewell 2.0 mi 7.1
Memorial Elementary School Pitman 2.1 mi 6.6
Wenonah Elementary School Wenonah 2.1 mi 6.8
Bankbridge Regional School Sewell 2.0 mi 4.8
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington Township 2.2 mi
HOLLYDELL SCHOOL Sewell 2.0 mi 6.4
Hurffville Elementary School Sewell 1.9 mi 7.7
GLOUCESTER COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sewell 2.3 mi 5.0
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School Mantua 2.2 mi 6.6
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center Wenonah 2.5 mi 6.4
Chestnut Ridge Middle School Sewell 2.3 mi 7.2
Centre City Elementary School Mantua 2.4 mi 4.7
Oak Valley Elementary School Wenonah 3.1 mi 6.9
Thomas E. Bowe School Glassboro 3.3 mi 6.0
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Sewell 2.6 mi
Glassboro High School Glassboro 3.5 mi 4.8
Gateway Regional High School Woodbury Hts 3.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,919

Median Home Value

$330,400

Median Rent

$1,674/mo

Population

39,360

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sewell Elementary School

What grades does Sewell Elementary School serve?

Sewell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Sewell Elementary School?

Sewell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sewell Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sewell Elementary School rank in NJ?

Sewell Elementary School ranks #1,702 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Sewell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sewell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Sewell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sewell Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is Sewell Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sewell Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

16.9% of students at Sewell 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gloucester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

Mantua Township School District
District Enrollment
1,250
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,193
District Rank
#2 of 3

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