Serving 284 students in grades 6, Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School's student population of 284 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1799 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
18%
15%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School's ranking?
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School is ranked #1799 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School?
284 students attend Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School?
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School offer ?
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School part of?
Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School is part of Pemberton Township School District.
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