Serving 643 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erial Elementary School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Erial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erial Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1333 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
39%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
29%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1333 out of 2,184 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, Winslow Township Elementary School Six by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Erial Elementary School?
643 students attend Erial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Erial Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erial Elementary School part of?
Erial Elementary School is part of Gloucester Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
Great teachers helpful staff.
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