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Thomas H. Dudley Family School

Elementary School · Camden City School District

2250 Berwick Street, Camden, NJ 08105

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,470 of 2,466

In Camden

#4 of 20

public schools

In district

#2 of 16

Camden City School District

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Thomas H. Dudley Family School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Camden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thomas H. Dudley Family School

Thomas H. Dudley Family School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Thomas H.

Dudley Family School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas H. Dudley Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,470 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Thomas H. Dudley Family School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Thomas H. Dudley Family 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 Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-30.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.9 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-27.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$44,954
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Thomas H. Dudley Family School — Students at Thomas H. Dudley Family School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 10.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 13.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 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
18%
ELA
12%
2010
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2011
Math
25%
ELA
14%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
6%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2024
Math
5.6%
ELA
11.6%
2025
Math
10.9%
ELA
14%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Thomas H. Dudley Family School Compares

See how Thomas H. Dudley Family School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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

2250 Berwick Street, Camden, NJ 08105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas H. Dudley Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Octavio V. Catto Community Family School (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Veterans Memorial Family School (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Veterans Memorial Family School Camden 0.6 mi 5.7
Forest Hill School Camden 0.6 mi 5.3
Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. Camden 0.6 mi 5.1
Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden 0.6 mi 5.6
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy Camden 0.6 mi 5.5
Camden High School Camden 0.6 mi 3.0
Creative Arts High School Camden 0.6 mi 5.0
ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Camden 0.5 mi 6.5
Early Childhood Development Center Camden 0.6 mi 4.9
JDT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pennsauken 0.8 mi
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School Camden 0.7 mi 5.9
A.E. Burling High School Pennsauken 0.8 mi
Camden's Promise Charter School Camden 1.0 mi 6.1
East Side High School Camden 0.9 mi 3.0
Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School Camden 1.1 mi 5.5
URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Pennsauken 1.1 mi 7.0
Baldwin Elementary School Pennsauken 1.4 mi 5.4
Camden Prep Inc. Camden 1.5 mi 3.0
Leap Academy University Charter School Camden 1.3 mi 6.5
G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken 1.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,319

Median Home Value

$113,100

Median Rent

$1,215/mo

Population

26,681

College Educated

8%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thomas H. Dudley Family School

What grades does Thomas H. Dudley Family School serve?

Thomas H. Dudley Family School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Thomas H. Dudley Family School?

Thomas H. Dudley Family School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas H. Dudley Family School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas H. Dudley Family School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thomas H. Dudley Family School rank in NJ?

Thomas H. Dudley Family School ranks #1,470 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Thomas H. Dudley Family School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas H. Dudley Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Thomas H. Dudley Family School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas H. Dudley Family School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Thomas H. Dudley Family School a charter school?

No, Thomas H. Dudley Family School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thomas H. Dudley Family School a Title I school?

No, Thomas H. Dudley Family School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas H. Dudley Family School?

49.7% of students at Thomas H. Dudley Family 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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