Serving 485 students in grades 6-8, Upper Township 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 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Township Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Township Middle School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Township 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 Upper Township Middle School is 0.15, 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
#688 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Township Middle School's ranking?
Upper Township Middle School is ranked #688 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Upper Township Middle School often compared to?
Upper Township Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle Township Elementary #4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Upper Township Middle School?
485 students attend Upper Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Upper Township Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Township Middle School?
Upper Township Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Upper Township Middle School offer ?
Upper Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Upper Township Middle School part of?
Upper Township Middle School is part of Upper Township School District.
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