Serving 574 students in grades 7-8, Lakewood 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lakewood school district, covering approximately 25.1 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most areas within about 2.1 miles of the school and the furthest edge located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Middle School's student population of 574 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
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School Rankings
Lakewood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1722 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
90%
35%
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Black
6%
14%
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White
3%
37%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025 (no data for 1993, 1997 and 2005)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025 (no data for 2005)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Middle School's ranking?
Lakewood Middle School is ranked #1722 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lakewood Middle School often compared to?
Lakewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Township Middle School North, Howell Township Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Middle School?
574 students attend Lakewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lakewood Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Middle School?
Lakewood Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakewood Middle School offer ?
Lakewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Middle School part of?
Lakewood Middle School is part of Lakewood Township School District.
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