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Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Elementary School · Millville School District

100 CARMEL RD PO Box 5010, Millville, NJ 08332

Enrollment

198

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,384 of 2,466

In Millville

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Millville School District

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Mount Pleasant Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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About Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Mount Pleasant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Millville, NJ, part of Millville School District. Mount Pleasant Elementary School serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,384 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Pleasant Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 198 students, Mount Pleasant Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,711
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Mount Pleasant Elementary School — Students at Mount Pleasant Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.2% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
33.6%
ELA
20.8%
2025
Math
32.5%
ELA
26.1%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Mount Pleasant Elementary School Compares

See how Mount Pleasant Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 CARMEL RD PO Box 5010, Millville, NJ 08332

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Pleasant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holly Heights Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rieck Avenue Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Silver Run Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Millville, see our Millville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Rieck Avenue Elementary School Millville 1.0 mi 6.6
Silver Run Elementary School Millville 1.3 mi 6.6
Lakeside Middle School Millville 1.6 mi 5.1
Millville Public Charter School Millville 1.6 mi 4.0
R. M. Bacon Elementary School Millville 1.9 mi 5.3
Cumberland County Technical Education Center Vineland 2.5 mi 6.7
Millville High School Millville 2.2 mi 3.3
Child Family Center Millville 2.3 mi 5.2
Dr. William Mennies Elementary School Vineland 4.1 mi 3.2
Holly Heights Elementary School Millville 3.6 mi 6.8
Vineland Public Charter School Millville 3.9 mi 3.5
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School Vineland 4.1 mi 4.2
Compass Academy Charter School Vineland 5.5 mi 2.6
Dane Barse Elementary School Vineland 5.8 mi 4.7
John H. Winslow Elementary School Vineland 5.4 mi 5.0
Deerfield Township Elementary School Rosenhayn 5.5 mi 5.7
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Vineland 6.1 mi
Gloria M Sabater Elementary School Vineland 6.1 mi 5.0
Casimer M. Dallago Jr. Impact Center Vineland 6.1 mi 5.0
Anthony Rossi Elementary School Vineland 5.5 mi 4.2

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Pleasant Elementary School

What grades does Mount Pleasant Elementary School serve?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Pleasant Elementary School?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Pleasant Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Pleasant Elementary School rank in NJ?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School ranks #1,384 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mount Pleasant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Pleasant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mount Pleasant Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Pleasant Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Pleasant Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mount Pleasant Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mount Pleasant Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mount Pleasant Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Pleasant Elementary School?

60.6% of students at Mount Pleasant 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

Millville School District
District Enrollment
5,106
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,711
District Rank
#4 of 8

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