Serving 356 students in grades 6-8, Lumberton 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 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lumberton Middle School's student population of 356 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders in Educational Excellence!
School Rankings
Lumberton 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 Lumberton Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1307 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
27%
14%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lumberton Middle School's ranking?
Lumberton Middle School is ranked #1307 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lumberton Middle School often compared to?
Lumberton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hainesport Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lumberton Middle School?
356 students attend Lumberton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lumberton Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lumberton Middle School?
Lumberton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lumberton Middle School offer ?
Lumberton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lumberton Middle School part of?
Lumberton Middle School is part of Lumberton Township Board Of Education School District.
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