Serving 796 students in grades 6-8, Howell Township Middle School South 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howell Township Middle School South's student population of 796 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howell Township Middle School South 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 Howell Township Middle School South is 0.46, 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
#821 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
19%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell Township Middle School South's ranking?
Howell Township Middle School South is ranked #821 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Howell Township Middle School South often compared to?
Howell Township Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Township Middle School North 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 36% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Howell Township Middle School South?
796 students attend Howell Township Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Howell Township Middle School South students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howell Township Middle School South?
Howell Township Middle School South has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howell Township Middle School South offer ?
Howell Township Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howell Township Middle School South part of?
Howell Township Middle School South is part of Howell Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Howell Township Middle School South located?
Howell Township Middle School South is located in the Ramtown neighborhood of Howell, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Ramtown.
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