Serving 292 students in grades 5-8, Woodglen 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 52% (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 15% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodglen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodglen School's student population of 292 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodglen 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 Woodglen School is 0.27, 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
#974 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
85%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodglen School's ranking?
Woodglen School is ranked #974 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Woodglen School often compared to?
Woodglen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Califon Public 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Woodglen School?
292 students attend Woodglen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Woodglen School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodglen School?
Woodglen School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodglen School offer ?
Woodglen School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Woodglen School part of?
Woodglen School is part of Lebanon Township School District.
School Reviews
4 2/16/2023
Woodglen school is a great place for learning and making friends. It is a somewhat small school but fits all of its students and teachers. There are many extracurricular activities to try out. I would rate Woodglen middle school an 8/10.
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