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Dr. William Mennies Elementary School

Elementary School · Vineland Public School District

361 EAST GRANT AVENUE, Vineland, NJ 08360

Enrollment

563

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,442 of 2,466

In Vineland

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#13 of 14

Vineland Public School District

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Dr. William Mennies Elementary School

3.2/10

Elementary School in Vineland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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3.5/10

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About Dr. William Mennies Elementary School

Dr. William Mennies Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vineland, NJ, part of Vineland Public School District. Dr.

William Mennies Elementary School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. William Mennies Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,442 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. William Mennies Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.4 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,337
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Dr. William Mennies Elementary School — Students at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
30.2%
2025
Math
14.5%
ELA
23.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Dr. William Mennies Elementary School Compares

See how Dr. William Mennies Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
1th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Location

361 EAST GRANT AVENUE, Vineland, NJ 08360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. William Mennies Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BISHOP SCHAD REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John H. Winslow Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gloria M Sabater Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vineland, see our Vineland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
John H. Winslow Elementary School Vineland 1.4 mi 5.0
Vineland Public Charter School Millville 1.5 mi 3.5
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School Vineland 1.5 mi 4.2
Casimer M. Dallago Jr. Impact Center Vineland 2.3 mi 5.0
Gloria M Sabater Elementary School Vineland 2.3 mi 5.0
Compass Academy Charter School Vineland 2.2 mi 2.6
Veterans Memorial Middle Vineland 2.2 mi 3.4
Child Family Center Millville 2.5 mi 5.2
BISHOP SCHAD REGIONAL SCHOOL Vineland 2.5 mi 5.9
Cumberland County Technical Education Center Vineland 2.1 mi 6.7
Lakeside Middle School Millville 2.5 mi 5.1
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Vineland 2.6 mi
VINE HAVEN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Vineland 2.6 mi 5.8
Anthony Rossi Elementary School Vineland 2.3 mi 4.2
Millville Public Charter School Millville 3.0 mi 4.0
PINELAND LEARNING CENTER, INC. Vineland 3.0 mi 7.8
Dane Barse Elementary School Vineland 2.9 mi 4.7
Pauline J. Petway Elementary School Vineland 2.8 mi 5.0
Millville High School Millville 3.6 mi 3.3
Johnstone Elementary School Vineland 3.3 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,604

Median Home Value

$199,600

Median Rent

$1,164/mo

Population

44,276

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. William Mennies Elementary School

What grades does Dr. William Mennies Elementary School serve?

Dr. William Mennies Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Dr. William Mennies Elementary School?

Dr. William Mennies Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. William Mennies Elementary School rank in NJ?

Dr. William Mennies Elementary School ranks #2,442 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Dr. William Mennies Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. William Mennies Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. William Mennies Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dr. William Mennies Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dr. William Mennies Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. William Mennies Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dr. William Mennies Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. William Mennies Elementary School?

66.3% of students at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

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