Serving 830 students in grades 6-8, Alder Avenue Middle 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 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alder Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alder Avenue Middle School's student population of 830 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alder Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Avenue Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1518 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
28%
32%
Black
8%
15%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alder Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Alder Avenue Middle School is ranked #1518 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alder Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Alder Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alder Avenue Middle School?
830 students attend Alder Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Alder Avenue Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alder Avenue Middle School?
Alder Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alder Avenue Middle School offer ?
Alder Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alder Avenue Middle School part of?
Alder Avenue Middle School is part of Egg Harbor Township School District.
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