Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary S. Shoemaker School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary S. Shoemaker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mary S. Shoemaker School's student population of 539 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary S. Shoemaker School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary S. Shoemaker School is 0.49, 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
#862 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
13%
15%
White
69%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary S. Shoemaker School's ranking?
Mary S. Shoemaker School is ranked #862 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mary S. Shoemaker School?
539 students attend Mary S. Shoemaker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mary S. Shoemaker School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary S. Shoemaker School?
Mary S. Shoemaker School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mary S. Shoemaker School offer ?
Mary S. Shoemaker School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mary S. Shoemaker School part of?
Mary S. Shoemaker School is part of Woodstown-Pilesgrove Regional School District.
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