Serving 696 students in grades 3-5, General Charles G. Harker School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for General Charles G. Harker School covers the entire district in Swedesboro, NJ, encompassing approximately 22.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary being 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
General Charles G. Harker School's student population of 696 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Motto
A community dedicated to inspiring life-long learners
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
General Charles G. Harker School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of General Charles G. Harker School is 0.55, which is less 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
#658 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
65%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Charles G. Harker School's ranking?
General Charles G. Harker School is ranked #658 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are General Charles G. Harker School often compared to?
General Charles G. Harker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor Charles C. Stratton, Logan Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend General Charles G. Harker School?
696 students attend General Charles G. Harker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of General Charles G. Harker School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Charles G. Harker School?
General Charles G. Harker School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does General Charles G. Harker School offer ?
General Charles G. Harker School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is General Charles G. Harker School part of?
General Charles G. Harker School is part of Swedesboro-Woolwich School District.
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