Serving 882 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 11:1 is equal to 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 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Moorestown Upper Elementary School's student population of 882 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Moorestown Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moorestown Upper Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#500 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
8%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
64%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Moorestown Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
882 students attend Moorestown Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Moorestown Upper Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moorestown Upper Elementary School?
Moorestown Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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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