For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,176 students in 08520, NJ.
The top ranked public middle school in 08520, NJ is Melvin H. Kreps Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 08520 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08520, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08520, NJ Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Melvin H. Kreps Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5 Kent Lane
Hightstown, NJ 08520
(609) 443-7767
Hightstown, NJ 08520
(609) 443-7767
Grades: 6-8
| 1,176 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 08520, NJ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 08520, NJ include Melvin H. Kreps Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08520?
1 public middle schools are located in 08520.
What is the racial composition of students in 08520?
08520 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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