Serving 303 students in grades 5-8, Kenneth R. Olson 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 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Kenneth R. Olson 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 Kenneth R. Olson Middle School is 0.25, 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
#1311 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
White
86%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth R. Olson Middle School's ranking?
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School is ranked #1311 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kenneth R. Olson Middle School?
303 students attend Kenneth R. Olson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kenneth R. Olson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenneth R. Olson Middle School?
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kenneth R. Olson Middle School offer ?
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenneth R. Olson Middle School part of?
Kenneth R. Olson Middle School is part of Tabernacle Township School District.
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