Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center serves 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Attendance Zone: Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Manahawkin, NJ, covering approximately 54.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center's student population of 332 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Set Sail For Success
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center is 0.34, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 schools are Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center often compared to?
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Eagleswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center?
332 students attend Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center?
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center offer ?
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center part of?
Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center is part of Stafford Township School District.
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