Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Mary E. Roberts Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary E. Roberts Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#328 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
66%
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
13%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mary E. Roberts Elementary School's ranking?
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mary E. Roberts Elementary School often compared to?
Mary E. Roberts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George C. Baker Elementary School, South Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mary E. Roberts Elementary School?
347 students attend Mary E. Roberts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Mary E. Roberts Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary E. Roberts Elementary School?
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mary E. Roberts Elementary School offer ?
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary E. Roberts Elementary School part of?
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School is part of Moorestown Township 51±¬ÁÏ District.
In what neighborhood is Mary E. Roberts Elementary School located?
Mary E. Roberts Elementary School is located in the Moorestown Lenola neighborhood of Moorestown, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Moorestown Lenola.
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