Serving 806 students in grades 6-8, Henry C. Beck 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 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry C. Beck Middle School's student population of 806 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry C. Beck Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry C. Beck Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1057 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
59%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry C. Beck Middle School's ranking?
Henry C. Beck Middle School is ranked #1057 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Henry C. Beck Middle School often compared to?
Henry C. Beck Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa International Middle School, John A. Carusi Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Henry C. Beck Middle School?
806 students attend Henry C. Beck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Henry C. Beck Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry C. Beck Middle School?
Henry C. Beck Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry C. Beck Middle School offer ?
Henry C. Beck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Henry C. Beck Middle School part of?
Henry C. Beck Middle School is part of Cherry Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry C. Beck Middle School located?
Henry C. Beck Middle School is located in the Greentree neighborhood of Cherry Hill, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Greentree.
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