Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Myron L. Powell 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 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Myron L. Powell Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cedarville, NJ, encompassing approximately 38.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 3.9 miles and the furthest edge located 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Myron L. Powell Elementary School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Myron L. Powell School is to encourage, guide, and support well-rounded citizens who reach their highest potential, becoming life-long learners who contribute to society in a meaningful way.
School Rankings
Myron L. Powell 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 Myron L. Powell Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1466 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myron L. Powell Elementary School's ranking?
Myron L. Powell Elementary School is ranked #1466 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Myron L. Powell Elementary School?
479 students attend Myron L. Powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Myron L. Powell Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myron L. Powell Elementary School?
Myron L. Powell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Myron L. Powell Elementary School offer ?
Myron L. Powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myron L. Powell Elementary School part of?
Myron L. Powell Elementary School is part of Lawrence Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has helped me out of a tough time. It''s great and so are all of the teachers compared to another elementary and middle school in some of the surrounding areas (cough Millville cough, lakeside cough) it is safer. They care about their students and their grades. They treat all of us equally and do their best to help us. I believe truly believe that this is a great school and it''s worth looking into if you''re moving around here. It is a chosen school.
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