For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 975 students in 08361, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08361, NJ are Edward Johnstone Middle School and Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08361 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08361, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08361, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edward Johnstone Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
165 S Brewster Rd
Vineland, NJ 08361
(856) 794-6967
Vineland, NJ 08361
(856) 794-6967
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3133 S Lincoln Ave
Vineland, NJ 08361
(856) 691-1801
Vineland, NJ 08361
(856) 691-1801
Gr: 6-8 | 620 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08361, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08361, NJ include Edward Johnstone Middle School and Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08361?
2 public middle schools are located in 08361.
What is the racial composition of students in 08361?
08361 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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