Serving 869 students in grades 4-6, Moorestown Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Moorestown Upper Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Moorestown school district, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moorestown Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moorestown Upper Elementary School's student population of 869 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
869 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moorestown Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moorestown Upper Elementary 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
#443 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorestown Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School is ranked #443 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Moorestown Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Moorestown Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
869 students attend Moorestown Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Moorestown Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Moorestown Upper Elementary School offer ?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moorestown Upper Elementary School part of?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School is part of Moorestown Township Public School District.
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