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#880 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 36% in state

Woodcrest Elementary School

Elementary School · Cherry Hill School District

400 Cranford Dr., Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#880 of 2,466

In Cherry Hill

#4 of 19

public schools

In district

#4 of 19

Cherry Hill School District

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Woodcrest Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Cherry Hill · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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5.8/10

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About Woodcrest Elementary School

Woodcrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cherry Hill, NJ, part of Cherry Hill School District. Woodcrest Elementary School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #880 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Woodcrest Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,852
Chronic Absenteeism13.7%

Woodcrest Elementary School — Students at Woodcrest Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (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
93%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
59.6%
ELA
63.7%
2025
Math
61.6%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Woodcrest Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

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

400 Cranford Dr., Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodcrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerdale Park School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Somerdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Osage School (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Voorhees), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cherry Hill, see our Cherry Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Horace Mann Elementary School Cherry Hill 0.8 mi 5.8
Rosa International Middle School Cherry Hill 0.9 mi 5.8
Bret Harte Elementary School Cherry Hill 0.9 mi 4.4
James Johnson Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.2 mi 5.5
BROOKFIELD ACADEMY Cherry Hill 1.2 mi 7.5
Osage School Voorhees 1.6 mi 7.0
SARI ISDANER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KATZ JCC Cherry Hill 1.5 mi 5.1
Lawnside School District Lawnside 1.6 mi 5.5
Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center Cherry Hill 2.0 mi 7.9
Cherry Hill High School East Cherry Hill 1.6 mi 5.9
KINGSWAY LEARNING CENTER Voorhees 2.0 mi 6.8
A. Russell Knight Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.0 mi 5.0
Voorhees Middle School Voorhees 1.9 mi 8.1
BANCROFT SCHOOL AT VOORMEES PEDIATRIC FACILITY Voorhees 2.1 mi 6.6
TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC. Voorhees 1.9 mi 6.8
Somerdale Park School Somerdale 2.2 mi 8.1
Eastern Regional High School Voorhees 2.2 mi 6.9
CHERRY HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cherry Hill 2.6 mi
Richard Stockton Elementary School Cherry Hill 2.3 mi 5.0
ERIC B JACOBS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Cherry Hill 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,947

Median Home Value

$418,000

Median Rent

$1,991/mo

Population

31,929

College Educated

67%

Homeownership

85.2%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodcrest Elementary School

What grades does Woodcrest Elementary School serve?

Woodcrest Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodcrest Elementary School?

Woodcrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodcrest Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodcrest Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodcrest Elementary School rank in NJ?

Woodcrest Elementary School ranks #880 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Woodcrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Woodcrest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodcrest Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodcrest Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodcrest Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

11.2% of students at Woodcrest 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

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