Marcus Newcomb Middle School serves 328 students in grades 6.
Marcus Newcomb Middle School placed 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%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcus Newcomb Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Marcus Newcomb Middle School's student population of 328 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Marcus Newcomb Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Marcus Newcomb Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1552 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
25%
15%
White
51%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcus Newcomb Middle School's ranking?
Marcus Newcomb Middle School is ranked #1552 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Marcus Newcomb Middle School?
328 students attend Marcus Newcomb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marcus Newcomb Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcus Newcomb Middle School?
Marcus Newcomb Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marcus Newcomb Middle School offer ?
Marcus Newcomb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Marcus Newcomb Middle School part of?
Marcus Newcomb Middle School is part of Pemberton Township School District.
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