Serving 1,681 students in grades 6-8, Monroe Township Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Township Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 42.2 square miles in Monroe Township, NJ. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located around 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Township Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe Township Middle School's student population of 1,681 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Township Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Township Middle School is 0.58, 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
#366 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
58%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Monroe Township Middle School's ranking?
Monroe Township Middle School is ranked #366 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Monroe Township Middle School?
1,681 students attend Monroe Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Monroe Township Middle School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Township Middle School?
Monroe Township Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Monroe Township Middle School offer ?
Monroe Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Township Middle School part of?
Monroe Township Middle School is part of Monroe Township School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The teaching is not great and the teachers do not post home works on a daily basis on their websites. My kid is not happy with the school and waiting to move out from there
5 10/10/2025
Competitive environment helping to shape our children into young adults.
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