Serving 571 students in grades 2-4, Maude M. Wilkins 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 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maude M. Wilkins 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 Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1839 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
27%
34%
Black
18%
15%
White
43%
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
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School's ranking?
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School is ranked #1839 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School often compared to?
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verda Elementary School, Millbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School?
571 students attend Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School?
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School offer ?
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School part of?
Maude M. Wilkins Elementary School is part of Maple Shade School District.
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