Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center
349 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
School Overview
The Riletta Twyne Cream Family School, located on Mulford Street in Camden, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. Named in honor of Riletta Twyne Cream—a dedicated educator, civil rights advocate, and former Camden County Freeholder—the school reflects her lifelong commitment to community service and the belief that education is the foundation of opportunity. The institution operates as part of the Camden City School District, focusing on providing a comprehensive academic foundation for students during their critical formative years.
As a "Family School," the facility is designed to be more than just a place of academic instruction; it serves as a community hub aimed at fostering strong connections between students, their families, and the surrounding Camden neighborhood. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. By integrating rigorous learning standards with wraparound family support services, the Riletta Twyne Cream Family School strives to address the diverse needs of its student body while preparing them for high school success and long-term academic achievement.
As a "Family School," the facility is designed to be more than just a place of academic instruction; it serves as a community hub aimed at fostering strong connections between students, their families, and the surrounding Camden neighborhood. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. By integrating rigorous learning standards with wraparound family support services, the Riletta Twyne Cream Family School strives to address the diverse needs of its student body while preparing them for high school success and long-term academic achievement.
349
Total Students
33.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic | 90 |
| Black | 233 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Black233 (66.8%)
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Hispanic90 (25.8%)
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Two or More16 (4.6%)
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White6 (1.7%)
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Asian2 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Camden City School District |
| Phone: | (856)966-4760 |
| Website: | http://camdencitycream.ss12.sharpschool.com/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 349 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 257 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
148
Kindergarten
77
Grade 1
49
Grade 2
46
Grade 3
29
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 148 |
| Kindergarten | 77 |
| Grade 1 | 49 |
| Grade 2 | 46 |
| Grade 3 | 29 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 185 | 53% |
| Male | 164 | 47% |
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