Serving 859 students in grades 4-8, West Deptford Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Deptford Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire West Deptford School District, encompassing approximately 17.9 square miles in Paulsboro, NJ. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 2.3 miles, with the furthest point being 4.5 miles away, making typical drives to the school range from 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Deptford Middle School's student population of 859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
859 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Deptford 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 West Deptford Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1133 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)
47%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)14.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Deptford Middle School's ranking?
West Deptford Middle School is ranked #1133 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Deptford Middle School often compared to?
West Deptford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsway Regional Middle School, Clearview Regional Middle School 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Deptford Middle School?
859 students attend West Deptford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Deptford Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Deptford Middle School?
West Deptford Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Deptford Middle School offer ?
West Deptford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Deptford Middle School part of?
West Deptford Middle School is part of West Deptford Township School District.
In what neighborhood is West Deptford Middle School located?
West Deptford Middle School is located in the Thorofare neighborhood of Paulsboro, NJ.
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