Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center's student population of 349 students has grown by 310% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
Every child, supported by strong relationships, will develop their full socio-emotional and intellectual potential by engaging in developmentally appropriate experiences in a safe, nurturing, and innovative environment.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
67%
14%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Camden City School District
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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center?
349 students attend Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center?
Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center offer ?
Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center part of?
Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center is part of Camden City School District.
In what neighborhood is Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center located?
Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Camden, NJ.
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