Serving 680 students in grades 5-6, Montgomery Lower Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (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 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Lower Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Skillman, NJ, covering approximately 33.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Lower Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Lower Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower every student to succeed in a diverse, dynamic, global society by providing quality educational experiences in a caring environment.
School Rankings
Montgomery Lower 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 Montgomery Lower Middle School is 0.60, 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
#257 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
57%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
27%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Lower Middle School's ranking?
Montgomery Lower Middle School is ranked #257 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Montgomery Lower Middle School often compared to?
Montgomery Lower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Upper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% 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 Montgomery Lower Middle School?
680 students attend Montgomery Lower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Montgomery Lower Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Lower Middle School?
Montgomery Lower Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montgomery Lower Middle School offer ?
Montgomery Lower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Lower Middle School part of?
Montgomery Lower Middle School is part of Montgomery Township School District.
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