Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blackwood 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 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 71% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blackwood Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Blackwood 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 Blackwood 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
#1685 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
18%
34%
Black
36%
15%
White
29%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Blackwood Elementary School's ranking?
Blackwood Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Blackwood Elementary School often compared to?
Blackwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loring Flemming Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Blackwood Elementary School?
571 students attend Blackwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Blackwood Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackwood Elementary School?
Blackwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Blackwood Elementary School offer ?
Blackwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackwood Elementary School part of?
Blackwood Elementary School is part of Gloucester Township School District.
School Reviews
2 5/6/2021
This school is just awful. IEP''s are not followed and they don't communicate with parents. They are not forthcoming with information and inhibit you from getting information. God help the children of NJ if this is the quality of education we can expect.
5 9/26/2013
I cannot say enough great things about this school. My daughter graduated last year. Excellent staff in office. Teachers were amazing with the kids. Not just the level of education but genuine love, care, nurturing and development of the kids. They seem to really love what they are doing. Highly recommend.
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