Serving 351 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loudenslager Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Loudenslager Elementary School's student population of 351 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Loudenslager Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loudenslager Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2104 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
24%
34%
Black
47%
15%
White
18%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Loudenslager Elementary School's ranking?
Loudenslager Elementary School is ranked #2104 out of 2,201 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
351 students attend Loudenslager Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Loudenslager Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loudenslager Elementary School?
Loudenslager Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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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