Excellent
#115 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 5% in state
Mannington Township Elementary School
Elementary School · Mannington Township School District · Salem, NJ
An elementary school in Salem, NJ where students score 12 points above what's typical for similar communities.
495 ROUTE 45, Salem, NJ 08079
- Math 68% vs NJ 44% (2025)
- Reading 67% vs NJ 54% (2025)
- 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Mannington Township Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 15 points since 2021, reaching 67% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 66% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 61% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 52 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
23.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 26Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$60,375
Median home value
$180,300
Median rent
$1,057/mo
College educated
18.5%
Homeownership
58.3%
Poverty rate
19.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08079; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Fenwick AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 4.7 | PK–2 | 3.4 mi | 392 | Compare → |
| Salem CampusEnrollment path unverified | 5.9 | K–12 | 3.6 mi | 49 | Compare → |
| Quinton Township SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | PK–8 | 4.1 mi | 281 | Compare → |
| Alloway Township SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.2 | PK–8 | 4.3 mi | 289 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Mannington Township School District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $45,889NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 11.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
Mannington Township Elementary School is listed in Mannington Township School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Mannington Township Elementary School
Mannington Township Elementary School is a public elementary school in Salem, NJ, part of Mannington Township School District, serving approximately 161 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mannington Township Elementary School
What grades does Mannington Township Elementary School serve?
Mannington Township Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mannington Township Elementary School?
Mannington Township Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mannington Township Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mannington Township Elementary School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mannington Township Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mannington Township Elementary School ranks #115 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mannington Township Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mannington Township Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Mannington Township Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mannington Township Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mannington Township Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mannington Township Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mannington Township Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mannington Township Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mannington Township Elementary School?
23.6% of students at Mannington Township 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Salem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (856) 935-1078
- Area population (ZIP 08079)
- 10,696
- Area average commute
- 28.1 min
- Area median age
- 41
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08079; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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