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#1860 of 2,466 schools in NJ
R. M. Bacon Elementary School
Elementary School · Millville School District
501 SOUTH THIRD STREET PO Box 5010, Millville, NJ 08332
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,860 of 2,466
In Millville
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Millville School District
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R. M. Bacon Elementary School
Elementary School in Millville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R. M. Bacon Elementary School
R. M. Bacon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Millville, NJ, part of Millville School District.
R. M. Bacon Elementary School serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
R. M. Bacon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,860 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for R. M. Bacon Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, R. M. Bacon Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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R. M. Bacon Elementary School — Students at R. M. Bacon Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How R. M. Bacon Elementary School Compares
See how R. M. Bacon 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
501 SOUTH THIRD STREET PO Box 5010, Millville, NJ 08332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. M. Bacon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maurice River Township School (rated 7.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Port Elizabeth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holly Heights Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Silver Run Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Millville, see our Millville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 miNeighborhood 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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| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield, NJ | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. M. Bacon Elementary School
What grades does R. M. Bacon Elementary School serve?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend R. M. Bacon Elementary School?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. M. Bacon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at R. M. Bacon Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. M. Bacon Elementary School rank in NJ?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School ranks #1,860 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is R. M. Bacon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 R. M. Bacon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. M. Bacon Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is R. M. Bacon Elementary School a charter school?
No, R. M. Bacon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. M. Bacon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, R. M. Bacon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. M. Bacon Elementary School?
82.2% of students at R. M. Bacon 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (856) 327-6100
Resources & Links
District
Millville School District- District Enrollment
- 5,106
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,711
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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