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Union Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · Gloucester Township Public Schools

1300 JARVIS ROAD, Sicklerville, NJ 08081

Enrollment

505

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,605 of 2,466

In Sicklerville

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

Gloucester Township Public Schools

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Union Valley Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Sicklerville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Union Valley Elementary School

Union Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sicklerville, NJ, part of Gloucester Township Public Schools. Union Valley Elementary School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,605 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Union Valley Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,049
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Union Valley Elementary School — Students at Union Valley Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
81%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
51.7%
ELA
47.9%
2025
Math
49.8%
ELA
49.7%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Union Valley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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

1300 JARVIS ROAD, Sicklerville, NJ 08081

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winslow Township Elementary School Four (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Albert M. Bean School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pine Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berlin Community School (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sicklerville, see our Sicklerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ERIAL COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erial 0.6 mi 6.1
John H. Glenn School Pine Hill 0.8 mi 6.4
Erial Elementary School Sicklerville 0.9 mi 5.0
James W. Lilley Elementary School Erial 1.2 mi 5.6
Dr. Albert M. Bean School Pine Hill 1.3 mi 7.0
Camden County Technical School-GTC Sicklerville 1.1 mi 6.5
Pine Hill Middle School Pine Hill 1.3 mi 4.1
Timber Creek Regional High School Erial 1.5 mi 4.8
Overbrook Senior High School Pine Hill 1.5 mi 3.3
Clementon Elementary School Clementon 2.1 mi 6.0
Ann A. Mullen Middle School Sicklerville 2.0 mi 5.3
Winslow Township Elementary School Six Sicklerville 2.9 mi 4.4
Lindenwold Middle School Lindenwold 3.0 mi 4.8
Winslow Township Elementary School Four Sicklerville 3.0 mi 7.8
Lindenwold School Five Lindenwold 2.9 mi 3.7
Whitman Elementary School Turnersville 2.8 mi 5.2
Lindenwold Preschool Building Lindenwold 3.5 mi 5.0
Berlin Community School Berlin 2.9 mi 6.5
Lindenwold High School Lindenwold 3.5 mi 4.4
Charles W. Lewis Middle School Blackwood 2.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,924

Median Home Value

$262,200

Median Rent

$1,551/mo

Population

49,418

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union Valley Elementary School

What grades does Union Valley Elementary School serve?

Union Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Union Valley Elementary School?

Union Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Union Valley 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 Union Valley Elementary School rank in NJ?

Union Valley Elementary School ranks #1,605 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Union Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Union Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Union Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Valley Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Union Valley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Union Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.3% of students at Union 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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