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#1169 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 47% in state
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School
Elementary School · Willingboro Public School District
41 PINETREE LANE, Willingboro, NJ 08046
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,169 of 2,466
In Willingboro
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Willingboro Public School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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W. R. James Sr. Elementary School
Elementary School in Willingboro · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W. R. James Sr. Elementary School
W. R. James Sr.
Elementary School is a public elementary school in Willingboro, NJ, part of Willingboro Public School District. W. R.
James Sr. Elementary School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. W.
R. James Sr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,169 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for W. R. James Sr.
Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at W. R. James Sr. Elementary 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
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W. R. James Sr. Elementary School — Students at W. R. James Sr. Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 9.3/10.
How W. R. James Sr. Elementary School Compares
See how W. R. James Sr. Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
41 PINETREE LANE, Willingboro, NJ 08046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. R. James Sr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mildred Magowan Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Edgewater Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Samuel Smith Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J.C.Stuart ECDC (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Willingboro, see our Willingboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,447
Median Home Value
$240,000
Median Rent
$1,941/mo
Population
31,876
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock, NJ | 6.6 |
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| Brookside Place School Cranford, NJ | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee, NJ | 6.6 |
| Cambridge Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 6.6 |
| Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. R. James Sr. Elementary School
What grades does W. R. James Sr. Elementary School serve?
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend W. R. James Sr. Elementary School?
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. R. James Sr. Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at W. R. James Sr. Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. R. James Sr. Elementary School rank in NJ?
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School ranks #1,169 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is W. R. James Sr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 W. R. James Sr. Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W. R. James Sr. Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is W. R. James Sr. Elementary School a charter school?
No, W. R. James Sr. Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. R. James Sr. Elementary School a Title I school?
No, W. R. James Sr. Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. R. James Sr. Elementary School?
57.1% of students at W. R. James Sr. 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
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (609) 835-8940
Resources & Links
District
Willingboro Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,782
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,981
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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