Serving 933 students in grades 5-8, Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School's student population of 933 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Rankings
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School is 0.64, 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
#556 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
55%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School's ranking?
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School is ranked #556 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School often compared to?
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terrill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School?
933 students attend Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School?
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School offer ?
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School part of?
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School is part of Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District.
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