Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Paine 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Paine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Paine Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Thomas Paine Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Paine Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#556 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
20%
34%
Black
12%
15%
White
48%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Thomas Paine Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Paine Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thomas Paine Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Paine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Elementary School, Bret Harte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas Paine Elementary School?
335 students attend Thomas Paine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Thomas Paine Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Paine Elementary School?
Thomas Paine Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Paine Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Paine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Paine Elementary School part of?
Thomas Paine Elementary School is part of Cherry Hill School District.
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