Mullica Township Middle School

500 Elwood Road
Elwood, NJ 08217
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 262 students in grades 5-8, Mullica Township Middle School ranks 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 262 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Mullica Township Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 56.8 square miles in Elwood, NJ. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mullica Township Middle School's student population of 262 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mullica Township Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mullica Township Middle School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1310 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
29%
38%
48%
49%
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
67%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
(22-23)
17.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mullica Township Middle School's ranking?
Mullica Township Middle School is ranked #1310 out of 2,184 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mullica Township Middle School?
262 students attend Mullica Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mullica Township Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mullica Township Middle School?
Mullica 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 Mullica Township Middle School offer ?
Mullica Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mullica Township Middle School part of?
Mullica Township Middle School is part of Mullica Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 262 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Mullica Township Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 56.8 square miles in Elwood, NJ. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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