Serving 1,056 students in grades 6-8, Howell Township Middle School North 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 30% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 35% 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: 1,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howell Township Middle School North's student population of 1,056 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howell Township Middle School North 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 Howell Township Middle School North is 0.54, 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
#771 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
6%
15%
White
65%
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
13%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell Township Middle School North's ranking?
Howell Township Middle School North is ranked #771 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Howell Township Middle School North often compared to?
Howell Township Middle School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Township Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Howell Township Middle School North?
1,056 students attend Howell Township Middle School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Howell Township Middle School North students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howell Township Middle School North?
Howell Township Middle School North has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howell Township Middle School North offer ?
Howell Township Middle School North offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howell Township Middle School North part of?
Howell Township Middle School North is part of Howell Township Public School District.
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