Serving 347 students in grades 5-8, Belhaven Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Belhaven Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Linwood, NJ school district, encompassing approximately 4.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belhaven Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Belhaven Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for a Lifetime
School Rankings
Belhaven Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belhaven Middle School is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#306 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
82%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belhaven Middle School's ranking?
Belhaven Middle School is ranked #306 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Belhaven Middle School often compared to?
Belhaven Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Avenue Middle School, Northfield Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Belhaven Middle School?
347 students attend Belhaven Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Belhaven Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belhaven Middle School?
Belhaven Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belhaven Middle School offer ?
Belhaven Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belhaven Middle School part of?
Belhaven Middle School is part of Linwood City School District.
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