Serving 849 students in grades 5-8, West Deptford 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Deptford Middle School's student population of 849 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Deptford 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 West Deptford Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1183 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
13%
33%
Black
10%
15%
White
69%
39%
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
21%
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 West Deptford Middle School's ranking?
West Deptford Middle School is ranked #1183 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Deptford Middle School often compared to?
West Deptford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearview Regional Middle School, Kingsway Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Deptford Middle School?
849 students attend West Deptford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of West Deptford Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Deptford Middle School?
West Deptford Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Deptford Middle School offer ?
West Deptford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Deptford Middle School part of?
West Deptford Middle School is part of West Deptford Township School District.
In what neighborhood is West Deptford Middle School located?
West Deptford Middle School is located in the Thorofare neighborhood of Paulsboro, NJ.
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