Serving 760 students in grades 7-8, Montgomery Upper Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Upper Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Skillman, NJ, covering an area of approximately 33.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Upper 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 Upper Middle School's student population of 760 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Montgomery Upper Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Upper Middle School is 0.57, 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
#173 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
60%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
27%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Upper Middle School's ranking?
Montgomery Upper Middle School is ranked #173 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Montgomery Upper Middle School often compared to?
Montgomery Upper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Lower 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 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Upper Middle School?
760 students attend Montgomery Upper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Montgomery Upper Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Upper Middle School?
Montgomery Upper Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montgomery Upper Middle School offer ?
Montgomery Upper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Upper Middle School part of?
Montgomery Upper Middle School is part of Montgomery Township School District.
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