Below Average
#1981 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School
Middle School · Vineland Public School District
688 NORTH MILL ROAD, Vineland, NJ 08360
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Vineland
#8 of 13
public schools
New Jersey middle schools
#371 of 441
In district
#8 of 14
Vineland Public School District
About Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School is a regular public middle school located in Vineland, New Jersey, serving students from sixth to eighth grade.
With an enrollment of 734 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1, the school provides personalized attention through its 57 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite ranking #2334 out of 2475 schools in New Jersey on MySchoolScout's rating scale, focusing heavily on academic performance with a score of 1.3/10 and proficiency rates of just 17% for ELA/Reading and Math, the school is committed to student development and growth. Located in a small city setting, Thomas W.
Wallace Jr. Middle School aims to provide its students with a supportive learning environment that nurtures their academic and personal needs.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School — Students at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School Compares
See how Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 15% (2019) to 7% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 24% (2019) to 11% (2022).
Location
688 NORTH MILL ROAD, Vineland, NJ 08360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lakeside Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Millville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Veterans Memorial Middle (rated 4.3/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Vineland, see our Vineland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,604
Median Home Value
$199,600
Median Rent
$1,164/mo
Population
44,276
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has a median household income of $62,604. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,600, with a median rent of $1,164/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert E Grice Middle School Hamilton, NJ | 4.9 |
| Charles W. Lewis Middle School Blackwood, NJ | 4.9 |
| Emily C. Reynolds Middle School Hamilton, NJ | 4.9 |
| Galloway Township Middle School Galloway, NJ | 4.9 |
| Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School Scotch Plains, NJ | 4.9 |
| Reading-Fleming Intermediate School Flemington, NJ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School
What grades does Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School serve?
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School?
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School rank in NJ?
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School is ranked #1981 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has 15.7% math proficiency and 17.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School a charter school?
No, Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School a Title I school?
No, Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School?
70.2% of students at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle 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
- City Safety
- High (3,136/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Vineland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (856) 362-8887
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Vineland Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,317
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,337
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
How We Rate Schools
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