Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Tinton Falls Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tinton Falls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tinton Falls Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tinton Falls Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinton Falls Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
12%
15%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinton Falls Middle School's ranking?
Tinton Falls Middle School is ranked #666 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Tinton Falls Middle School?
440 students attend Tinton Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Tinton Falls Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tinton Falls Middle School?
Tinton Falls Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tinton Falls Middle School offer ?
Tinton Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tinton Falls Middle School part of?
Tinton Falls Middle School is part of Tinton Falls School District.
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