For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,130 students in 07727, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07727, NJ are Howell Township Middle School North and Farmingdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07727 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07727, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07727, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howell Township Middle School North
(Math: 41% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Squankum Yellowbrook Road
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
(732) 919-0095
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
(732) 919-0095
Gr: 6-8 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Farmingdale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
49 Academy St
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
(732) 938-9611
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
(732) 938-9611
Gr: PK-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07727, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07727, NJ include Howell Township Middle School North and Farmingdale Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07727?
2 public middle schools are located in 07727.
What is the racial composition of students in 07727?
07727 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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