Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joyce Kilmer 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Joyce Kilmer 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 Joyce Kilmer Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1290 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
20%
34%
Black
14%
15%
White
41%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyce Kilmer Elementary School's ranking?
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School is ranked #1290 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joyce Kilmer Elementary School?
405 students attend Joyce Kilmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Joyce Kilmer Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joyce Kilmer Elementary School?
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joyce Kilmer Elementary School offer ?
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joyce Kilmer Elementary School part of?
Joyce Kilmer Elementary School is part of Cherry Hill School District.
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