Serving 635 students in grades 7-8, William Allen Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: William Allen Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Moorestown, NJ, covering approximately 14.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Allen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William Allen Middle School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Equity & Engagement Via Partnership
School Rankings
William Allen Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Allen Middle School is 0.57, 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
#423 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 William Allen Middle School's ranking?
William Allen Middle School is ranked #423 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are William Allen Middle School often compared to?
William Allen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T. E. Harrington Middle School, Moorestown Upper Elementary School, Moorestown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William Allen Middle School?
635 students attend William Allen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of William Allen Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Allen Middle School?
William Allen Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William Allen Middle School offer ?
William Allen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Allen Middle School part of?
William Allen Middle School is part of Moorestown Township Public School District.
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