Serving 528 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 45% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary S. Shoemaker School's student population of 528 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary S. Shoemaker School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary S. Shoemaker School is 0.48, 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
#821 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
10%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
70%
37%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary S. Shoemaker School's ranking?
Mary S. Shoemaker School is ranked #821 out of 2,184 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
528 students attend Mary S. Shoemaker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mary S. Shoemaker School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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