Serving 330 students in grades 3-6, Loudenslager 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 3-6
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loudenslager Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Paulsboro, NJ, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.1 miles and the furthest edge located 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loudenslager Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loudenslager 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 Loudenslager Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2080 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loudenslager Elementary School's ranking?
Loudenslager Elementary School is ranked #2080 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Loudenslager Elementary School?
330 students attend Loudenslager Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Loudenslager Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loudenslager Elementary School?
Loudenslager Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Loudenslager Elementary School offer ?
Loudenslager Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loudenslager Elementary School part of?
Loudenslager Elementary School is part of Paulsboro School District.
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