The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 69%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (09-10)
202 students
Showing 2001–2010. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2002–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)35-39%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)15-19%
69%
Hispanic
(09-10)43%
21%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
(09-10)57%
17%
Showing 2001–2010. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
92%
26%
Showing 2000–2010. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% NJ state average).
How many students attend Powell?
202 students attend Powell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Powell students are Black, and 43% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Powell offer ?
Powell offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Powell part of?
Powell is part of Camden City School District.
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