Needs Improvement
#2377 of 2,466 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
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,377 of 2,466
In Vineland
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
Vineland Public School District
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Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School
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About Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School is a public middle school in Vineland, NJ, part of Vineland Public School District.
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,377 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle 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
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Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School — Students at Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 4.9/10.
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
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 5.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Millville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Veterans Memorial Middle (rated 3.4/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar 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
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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 ranks #2,377 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (856) 362-8887
Resources & Links
District
Vineland Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,317
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,337
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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