Serving 355 students in grades 6-8, Edward Johnstone Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnstone Elementary School serves the northeast part of Vineland, NJ, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward Johnstone Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edward Johnstone Middle School's student population of 355 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edward Johnstone Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward Johnstone Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#870 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Johnstone Middle School's ranking?
Edward Johnstone Middle School is ranked #870 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Edward Johnstone Middle School often compared to?
Edward Johnstone Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John H. Winslow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edward Johnstone Middle School?
355 students attend Edward Johnstone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Edward Johnstone Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward Johnstone Middle School?
Edward Johnstone Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward Johnstone Middle School offer ?
Edward Johnstone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward Johnstone Middle School part of?
Edward Johnstone Middle School is part of Vineland Public School District.
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