Serving 112 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burling Alternative School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burling Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burling Alternative School's student population of 112 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burling Alternative School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
23%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
11%
Hispanic
44%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
14%
37%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burling Alternative School?
112 students attend Burling Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Burling Alternative School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Burling Alternative School offer ?
Burling Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burling Alternative School part of?
Burling Alternative School is part of Pennsauken Township Board Of Education School District.
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