Serving 970 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 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 970 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howell Township Middle School North serves the northern part of Farmingdale, NJ, covering an attendance area of approximately 37.8 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.3 miles and the furthest edge located 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howell Township Middle School North's student population of 970 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
970 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Hornets
School Rankings
Howell Township Middle School North ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howell Township Middle School North is 0.59, 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
#859 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #859 out of 2,184 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Howell Township Middle School North?
970 students attend Howell Township Middle School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Howell Township Middle School North students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% 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 12:1, which is higher than 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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