Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, R. M. Bacon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: R. M. Bacon Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Millville, NJ, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 3-mile radius, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.9 miles from the school, resulting in a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
R. M. Bacon Elementary School's student population of 284 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 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 ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
Then, Now, Always - Family
School Rankings
R. M. Bacon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. M. Bacon Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1943 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. M. Bacon Elementary School's ranking?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School is ranked #1943 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend R. M. Bacon Elementary School?
284 students attend R. M. Bacon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of R. M. Bacon Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. M. Bacon Elementary School?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does R. M. Bacon Elementary School offer ?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R. M. Bacon Elementary School part of?
R. M. Bacon Elementary School is part of Millville School District.
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