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#1642 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Veterans Memorial Family School
Elementary School · Camden City School District
800 N 26th Street, Camden, NJ 08105
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,642 of 2,466
In Camden
#6 of 20
public schools
In district
#4 of 16
Camden City School District
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Veterans Memorial Family School
Elementary School in Camden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Veterans Memorial Family School
Veterans Memorial Family School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Veterans Memorial Family School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Memorial Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,642 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Veterans Memorial Family School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Veterans Memorial 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.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Veterans Memorial Family School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Veterans Memorial Family School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Veterans Memorial Family School — Students at Veterans Memorial Family School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.4/10.
How Veterans Memorial Family School Compares
See how Veterans Memorial Family School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 N 26th Street, Camden, NJ 08105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veterans Memorial Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY NAME SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thomas H. Dudley Family School (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. Camden | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Thomas H. Dudley Family School Camden | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Camden's Promise Charter School Camden | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Camden | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Octavio V. Catto Community Family School Camden | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School Camden | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Forest Hill School Camden | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Early Childhood Development Center Camden | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| East Side High School Camden | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Camden Big Picture Learning Academy Camden | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Camden High School Camden | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Creative Arts High School Camden | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Baldwin Elementary School Pennsauken | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| A.E. Burling High School Pennsauken | 1.3 mi | — |
| JDT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pennsauken | 1.3 mi | — |
| URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Pennsauken | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Camden | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Leap Academy University Charter School Camden | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken | 1.6 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Absecon, NJ | 5.7 |
| Adelphia Elementary School Freehold, NJ | 5.7 |
| BNOS ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood, NJ | 5.7 |
| Brunswick Acres Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 5.7 |
| Deerfield Township Elementary School Rosenhayn, NJ | 5.7 |
| George Washington Elementary School North Arlington, NJ | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veterans Memorial Family School
What grades does Veterans Memorial Family School serve?
Veterans Memorial Family School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Family School?
Veterans Memorial Family School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Family School?
The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Family School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Veterans Memorial Family School rank in NJ?
Veterans Memorial Family School ranks #1,642 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Veterans Memorial Family School's MySchoolScout rating?
Veterans Memorial Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Veterans Memorial Family School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Memorial Family School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Veterans Memorial Family School a charter school?
No, Veterans Memorial Family School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Veterans Memorial Family School a Title I school?
No, Veterans Memorial Family School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veterans Memorial Family School?
43.5% of students at Veterans Memorial 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (856) 966-5090
Resources & Links
District
Camden City School District- District Enrollment
- 7,117
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $44,954
- District Rank
- #4 of 16
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