Very Good
#839 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Valley Park Elementary School
Elementary School · Pennsville School District
63 Mahoney Road, Pennsville, NJ 08070
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#839 of 2,466
In Pennsville
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Pennsville School District
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Valley Park Elementary School
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About Valley Park Elementary School
Valley Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pennsville, NJ, part of Pennsville School District. Valley Park Elementary School serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #839 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Park Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Valley Park Elementary School — Students at Valley Park Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
How Valley Park Elementary School Compares
See how Valley Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
63 Mahoney Road, Pennsville, NJ 08070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mannington Township Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby New Castle), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eisenberg (Harry O.) Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby New Castle), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pennsville, see our Pennsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,006
Median Home Value
$194,400
Median Rent
$1,209/mo
Population
12,477
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
42.3
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| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains, NJ | 7.1 |
| Battle Hill Elementary Union, NJ | 7.1 |
| Briarwood School Florham Park, NJ | 7.1 |
| Brookside Elementary School Westwood, NJ | 7.1 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange, NJ | 7.1 |
| Drum Point Road Elementary School Brick Town, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Park Elementary School
What grades does Valley Park Elementary School serve?
Valley Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Valley Park Elementary School?
Valley Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Park Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Park Elementary School rank in NJ?
Valley Park Elementary School ranks #839 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Valley Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Valley Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Park Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Valley Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Valley Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Valley Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Park Elementary School?
41.5% of students at Valley Park 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (856) 540-6200
Resources & Links
District
Pennsville School District- District Enrollment
- 1,852
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,205
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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