Serving 177 students in grades 5-8, Ventnor Middle School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ventnor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ventnor Middle School's student population of 177 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Ventnor Middle 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 Ventnor Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1095 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
38%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
44%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Ventnor Middle School's ranking?
Ventnor Middle School is ranked #1095 out of 2,201 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ventnor Middle School?
177 students attend Ventnor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ventnor Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ventnor Middle School?
Ventnor Middle School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ventnor Middle School offer ?
Ventnor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ventnor Middle School part of?
Ventnor Middle School is part of Ventnor City School District.
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