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Millville Public Charter School

Elementary School · Millville Public Charter School

1101 Wheaton Avenue Suite 220, Millville, NJ 08332

Charter

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,289 of 2,466

In Millville

#9 of 11

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Millville Public Charter School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Millville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Millville Public Charter School

Millville Public Charter School is a public elementary school in Millville, NJ, part of Millville Public Charter School. Millville Public Charter School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Millville Public Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,289 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Millville Public Charter School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Millville Public Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Millville Public Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

36% of students at Millville Public Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendStable
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-40 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-41.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,877
Chronic Absenteeism36.3%

Millville Public Charter School — Students at Millville Public Charter School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2013
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
6.9%
ELA
22.7%
2025
Math
7.9%
ELA
22.8%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Millville Public Charter School Compares

See how Millville Public Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
7th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

Location

1101 Wheaton Avenue Suite 220, Millville, NJ 08332

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Millville Public Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holly Heights Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Run Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rieck Avenue Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Millville, see our Millville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Child Family Center Millville 0.7 mi 5.2
Lakeside Middle School Millville 0.9 mi 5.1
Millville High School Millville 0.9 mi 3.3
R. M. Bacon Elementary School Millville 1.4 mi 5.3
Silver Run Elementary School Millville 1.6 mi 6.6
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Millville 1.6 mi 6.2
Cumberland County Technical Education Center Vineland 2.3 mi 6.7
Vineland Public Charter School Millville 2.4 mi 3.5
Holly Heights Elementary School Millville 2.5 mi 6.8
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School Vineland 2.6 mi 4.2
Dr. William Mennies Elementary School Vineland 3.0 mi 3.2
Rieck Avenue Elementary School Millville 2.6 mi 6.6
John H. Winslow Elementary School Vineland 4.2 mi 5.0
Anthony Rossi Elementary School Vineland 3.9 mi 4.2
Compass Academy Charter School Vineland 4.9 mi 2.6
Casimer M. Dallago Jr. Impact Center Vineland 5.2 mi 5.0
Gloria M Sabater Elementary School Vineland 5.2 mi 5.0
Veterans Memorial Middle Vineland 5.2 mi 3.4
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Vineland 5.4 mi
Dane Barse Elementary School Vineland 5.4 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,825

Median Home Value

$195,900

Median Rent

$1,223/mo

Population

35,214

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

41.8

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Woodland Intermediate School Middlesex, NJ 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Millville Public Charter School

What grades does Millville Public Charter School serve?

Millville Public Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Millville Public Charter School?

Millville Public Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Millville Public Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Millville Public Charter School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Millville Public Charter School rank in NJ?

Millville Public Charter School ranks #2,289 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Millville Public Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Millville Public Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Millville Public Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Millville Public Charter School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Millville Public Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Millville Public Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Millville Public Charter School a Title I school?

No, Millville Public Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Millville Public Charter School?

20.4% of students at Millville Public Charter 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

District

Millville Public Charter School
District Enrollment
327
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,877
District Rank
#1 of 1

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