Erial Elementary School

20 Essex Avenue
Sicklerville, NJ 08081
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Erial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 627 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Erial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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School Overview

Erial Elementary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
627 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

Erial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erial Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (NJ)
#1671 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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9%
26%
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37%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Erial Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
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Hispanic
19%
32%
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Black
38%
15%
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White
32%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.72
This chart display the diversity score of Erial Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Erial Elementary School's ranking?
Erial Elementary School is ranked #1671 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Erial Elementary School often compared to?
Erial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James W. Lilley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Erial Elementary School?
627 students attend Erial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Erial Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erial Elementary School?
Erial Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Erial Elementary School offer ?
Erial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Erial Elementary School part of?
Erial Elementary School is part of Gloucester Township Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   9/9/2022
Great teachers helpful staff.
- Posted by Parent - Meagan
5   12/14/2006
ERial School is a safe place for all ages. THe quality is above level as well as the acadecmic programs and so on. The music teacher Mr. Wines has proven us that kids can really believe in in magical music.THe art soprts and other extracurricular activies or espically above level because they teach a great lesson each time. Kids are always rewarded for there good academic or for beeing athlectic not only to we give them a chance to get further to they're next "we belive card" they get manymore. I have to say the level of parent involvement is outstanding like so many helpful room mothers the volenters for the holiday shop its just all a nagical place to be. THe facilities are the same as the rest it can be improved but its okay. NO child has had outrages behavor in this school the test scores i have to say is the best in the Township.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - xobea

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 627 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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