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South Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · Moorestown Township Public School District

210 S STANWICK RD, Moorestown, NJ 08057

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,385 of 2,466

In Moorestown

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Moorestown Township Public School District

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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South Valley Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Moorestown · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About South Valley Elementary School

South Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Moorestown, NJ, part of Moorestown Township Public School District. South Valley Elementary School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,385 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for South Valley Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+27.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,732
Chronic Absenteeism6.3%

South Valley Elementary School — Students at South Valley Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2024
Math
79.2%
ELA
80.2%
2025
Math
75.3%
ELA
78.3%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How South Valley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

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

210 S STANWICK RD, Moorestown, NJ 08057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary E. Roberts Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George C. Baker Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Parkway Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Mount Laurel), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moorestown, see our Moorestown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MOORESTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Moorestown 0.7 mi 6.7
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Moorestown 1.1 mi 5.6
MONTESSORI SEEDS OF EDUCATION Moorestown 1.2 mi 5.4
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF MOORESTOWN Moorestown 1.2 mi
William Allen Middle School Moorestown 1.4 mi 8.1
Moorestown Upper Elementary School Moorestown 1.4 mi 8.5
BANCROFT SCHOOL MOUNT LAUREL Mount Laurel 1.3 mi 7.0
Moorestown High School Moorestown 1.5 mi 7.1
CREME DE LE CREME Mount Laurel 1.3 mi
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School Moorestown 1.4 mi 9.0
GODDARD SCHOOL OF MOORESTOWN Moorestown 1.6 mi
George C. Baker Elementary School Moorestown 1.5 mi 7.1
Burlington County Alternative High School Westampton 1.6 mi 4.2
JUST CHILDREN - BISHOPS GATE Mount Laurel 1.8 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY - DELRAN Delran 2.6 mi 6.3
Parkway Elementary School Mount Laurel 2.7 mi 6.8
Millbridge Elementary School Delran 3.0 mi 6.4
Delran High School Delran 3.3 mi 6.6
THE SCHOOLHOUSE NURSERY SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Mount Laurel 3.4 mi
Hillside Elementary School Mount Laurel 3.0 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,290

Median Home Value

$626,400

Median Rent

$1,485/mo

Population

20,990

College Educated

67.2%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

47.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Valley Elementary School

What grades does South Valley Elementary School serve?

South Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend South Valley Elementary School?

South Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Valley Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Valley Elementary School rank in NJ?

South Valley Elementary School ranks #1,385 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is South Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 South Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Valley Elementary School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is South Valley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is South Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

4.8% of students at South Valley 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

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