Serving 264 students in grades 6-8, New Egypt 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 46% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Egypt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
New Egypt Middle School's student population of 264 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Unleashing Unlimited Opportunities . . . . Empowering One Warrior At A Time!
School Rankings
New Egypt Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Egypt Middle School is 0.32, 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
#975 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
81%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 New Egypt Middle School's ranking?
New Egypt Middle School is ranked #975 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend New Egypt Middle School?
264 students attend New Egypt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of New Egypt Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Egypt Middle School?
New Egypt Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Egypt Middle School offer ?
New Egypt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Egypt Middle School part of?
New Egypt Middle School is part of Plumsted Township School District.
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