Serving 809 students in grades 6-8, Burlington Township Middle School At Springside 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 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside's student population of 809 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside 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 Burlington Township Middle School At Springside 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
#1251 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
37%
15%
White
30%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Burlington Township Middle School At Springside's ranking?
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside is ranked #1251 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Burlington Township Middle School At Springside often compared to?
Burlington Township Middle School At Springsideis often viewed alongside schools like Bordentown Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burlington Township Middle School At Springside?
809 students attend Burlington Township Middle School At Springside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Burlington Township Middle School At Springside students are Black, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington Township Middle School At Springside?
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burlington Township Middle School At Springside offer ?
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington Township Middle School At Springside part of?
Burlington Township Middle School At Springside is part of Burlington Township School District.
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