Below Average
#2049 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School
Elementary School · Hamilton Township School District
5801 THIRD STREET, Mays Landing, NJ 08330
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,049 of 2,466
In Mays Landing
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Hamilton Township School District
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Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School
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About Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School
Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mays Landing, NJ, part of Hamilton Township School District. Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,049 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School Compares
See how Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5801 THIRD STREET, Mays Landing, NJ 08330
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atlantic County Elementary and Middle Schools (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weymouth Township Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Dorothy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ISLAMIC ACADAMEY OF SOUTH JERSEY (rated 7.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Egg Harbor Township), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mays Landing, see our Mays Landing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,981
Median Home Value
$230,700
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
30,009
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
41.5
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| Madison Avenue Irvington, NJ | 4.9 |
| Parkway Elementary School Ewing, NJ | 4.9 |
| School 13 Paterson, NJ | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School
What grades does Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School serve?
Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School?
Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School rank in NJ?
Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School ranks #2,049 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School a charter school?
No, Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph C Shaner Memorial Elementary School?
23.8% of students at Joseph C Shaner Memorial 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Atlantic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (609) 476-6141
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton Township School District- District Enrollment
- 2,884
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,426
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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