Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, Hammonton 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 38% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammonton Middle School's student population of 834 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Hammonton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammonton Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1003 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
29%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
64%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammonton Middle School's ranking?
Hammonton Middle School is ranked #1003 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hammonton Middle School often compared to?
Hammonton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren E. Sooy Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hammonton Middle School?
834 students attend Hammonton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hammonton Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammonton Middle School?
Hammonton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hammonton Middle School offer ?
Hammonton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammonton Middle School part of?
Hammonton Middle School is part of Hammonton School District.
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