Serving 718 students in grades 5-6, Montgomery Lower Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Montgomery Lower Middle School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montgomery Lower Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Lower Middle School is 0.57, 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
#137 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #137 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Lower Middle School?
718 students attend Montgomery Lower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Montgomery Lower Middle School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 10:1, 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
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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