For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,737 students in 08527, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08527, NJ are Carl W. Goetz Middle School and Christa Mcauliffe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08527 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08527, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08527, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carl W. Goetz Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
835 Patterson Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4610
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4610
Gr: 6-8 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
35 South Hope Chapel Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4701
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 833-4701
Gr: 6-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Manchester Regional Day School
Special Education School
890 Toms River Road
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1500
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1500
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08527, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08527, NJ include Carl W. Goetz Middle School and Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08527?
3 public middle schools are located in 08527.
What is the racial composition of students in 08527?
08527 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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