Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Tinton Falls 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 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tinton Falls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tinton Falls Middle School's student population of 462 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tinton Falls 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 Tinton Falls Middle School is 0.58, 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
#777 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
61%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Tinton Falls Middle School's ranking?
Tinton Falls Middle School is ranked #777 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Tinton Falls Middle School often compared to?
Tinton Falls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Markham Place 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Tinton Falls Middle School?
462 students attend Tinton Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tinton Falls Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tinton Falls Middle School?
Tinton Falls Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tinton Falls Middle School offer ?
Tinton Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tinton Falls Middle School part of?
Tinton Falls Middle School is part of Tinton Falls School District.
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