Serving 926 students in grades 6-8, Alder Avenue 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 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alder Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alder Avenue Middle School's student population of 926 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Alder Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Avenue Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1510 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
31%
34%
Black
11%
15%
White
37%
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
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Alder Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Alder Avenue Middle School is ranked #1510 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alder Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Alder Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alder Avenue Middle School?
926 students attend Alder Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Alder Avenue Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alder Avenue Middle School?
Alder Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alder Avenue Middle School offer ?
Alder Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alder Avenue Middle School part of?
Alder Avenue Middle School is part of Egg Harbor Township School District.
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