Very Good
#715 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 29% in state
Thomas Sharp Elementary School
Elementary School · Collingswood Public School District
400 COMLY AVE, West Collingswood, NJ 08107
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#715 of 2,466
In district
#3 of 9
Collingswood Public School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Sharp Elementary School
Elementary School in West Collingswood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thomas Sharp Elementary School
Thomas Sharp Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Collingswood, NJ, part of Collingswood Public School District. Thomas Sharp Elementary School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Sharp Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #715 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Sharp Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Thomas Sharp Elementary School — Students at Thomas Sharp Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Thomas Sharp Elementary School Compares
See how Thomas Sharp Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 COMLY AVE, West Collingswood, NJ 08107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Sharp Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zane North Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Collingswood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woodlynne Boro Public School (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Woodlynne), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Camden), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Collingswood, see our West Collingswood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,262
Median Home Value
$261,700
Median Rent
$1,257/mo
Population
13,699
College Educated
36.4%
Homeownership
52.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Sharp Elementary School
What grades does Thomas Sharp Elementary School serve?
Thomas Sharp Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas Sharp Elementary School?
Thomas Sharp Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Sharp Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Sharp Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Sharp Elementary School rank in NJ?
Thomas Sharp Elementary School ranks #715 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Thomas Sharp Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Sharp Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Sharp Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Sharp Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thomas Sharp Elementary School a charter school?
No, Thomas Sharp Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Sharp Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Thomas Sharp Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Sharp Elementary School?
36.3% of students at Thomas Sharp 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (856) 962-5707
Resources & Links
District
Collingswood Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,270
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,191
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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