Serving 895 students in grades 6-8, Deptford Township Middle School 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 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deptford Township Middle School's student population of 895 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
895 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Connecting students to academic achievement and personal excellence
School Rankings
Deptford Township Middle School 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 Deptford Township Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1184 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
18%
35%
Black
23%
14%
White
50%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deptford Township Middle School's ranking?
Deptford Township Middle School is ranked #1184 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Deptford Township Middle School often compared to?
Deptford Township Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Springs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Deptford Township Middle School?
895 students attend Deptford Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Deptford Township Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deptford Township Middle School?
Deptford Township Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deptford Township Middle School offer ?
Deptford Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deptford Township Middle School part of?
Deptford Township Middle School is part of Deptford Township Public School District.
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