Middletown High School North, home of the Lions, is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in Middletown Township, in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as one of the two secondary schools of the Middletown Township Public School District.
Serving 1,322 students in grades 9-12, Middletown High School North ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middletown High School North's student population of 1,322 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middletown High School North ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middletown High School North is 0.38, 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
#1026 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
78%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middletown High School North's ranking?
Middletown High School North is ranked #1026 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Middletown High School North often compared to?
Middletown High School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown High School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middletown High School North?
The graduation rate of Middletown High School North is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Middletown High School North?
1,322 students attend Middletown High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Middletown High School North students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middletown High School North?
Middletown High School North has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middletown High School North offer ?
Middletown High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middletown High School North part of?
Middletown High School North is part of Middletown Township Public School District.
School Reviews
5 6/3/2022
Ms. Murphy is the best.
5 6/3/2022
Great school .
1 3/12/2021
Great school, typical suburban white high school. Nothing to really complain as the teachers are good sports and activities are solid, and the school is run well.
2 3/17/2016
Absolutely disgusted with this school. They do not know how to handle bullying even with solid evidence. They punish the victim as if being harassed by other students isn't enough. This school is a joke
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