Serving 249 students in grades 3-5, Elizabeth F. Moore 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth F. Moore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Elizabeth F. Moore School's student population of 249 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth F. Moore 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 Elizabeth F. Moore 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
#1848 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
34%
33%
Black
20%
15%
White
40%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth F. Moore School's ranking?
Elizabeth F. Moore School is ranked #1848 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth F. Moore School?
249 students attend Elizabeth F. Moore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Elizabeth F. Moore School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth F. Moore School?
Elizabeth F. Moore School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elizabeth F. Moore School offer ?
Elizabeth F. Moore School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Elizabeth F. Moore School part of?
Elizabeth F. Moore School is part of Upper Deerfield Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth F. Moore School located?
Elizabeth F. Moore School is located in the Seabrook neighborhood of Bridgeton, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Seabrook.
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