Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Upper Township Middle School 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 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Township Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Woodbine, NJ, covering an area of approximately 68.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Township Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Township Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Upper Township Middle School 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 Upper Township Middle School is 0.17, 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
#721 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Township Middle School's ranking?
Upper Township Middle School is ranked #721 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Upper Township Middle School often compared to?
Upper Township Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle Township Elementary #4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Upper Township Middle School?
419 students attend Upper Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Upper Township Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Township Middle School?
Upper 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 Upper Township Middle School offer ?
Upper Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Township Middle School part of?
Upper Township Middle School is part of Upper Township School District.
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