Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, Howell Township Middle School North 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 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 40% 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: 1,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howell Township Middle School North's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
Howell Township Middle School North 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 Howell Township Middle School North is 0.58, 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
#781 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
23%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
60%
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
21%
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 Howell Township Middle School North's ranking?
Howell Township Middle School North is ranked #781 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Howell Township Middle School North often compared to?
Howell Township Middle School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Township Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Howell Township Middle School North?
1,024 students attend Howell Township Middle School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Howell Township Middle School North students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howell Township Middle School North?
Howell Township Middle School North has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howell Township Middle School North offer ?
Howell Township Middle School North offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howell Township Middle School North part of?
Howell Township Middle School North is part of Howell Township Public School District.
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