Belhaven Middle School

Belhaven Middle School serves 356 students in grades 5-8 in Linwood, New Jersey, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a ranking of #191 out of 2,475 schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile, the school demonstrates strong academic achievement with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. The school maintains an excellent 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for personalized attention and support.

Academic performance is particularly strong in English Language Arts, where 74% of students score proficient or above across all grade levels. Math achievement shows 62% of students performing at or above proficiency, reflecting solid foundational skills development during these critical middle school years. Located on Belhaven Avenue in Atlantic County, the school serves a well-educated community where 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and educational commitment, with a median household income of $133,487 and a low poverty rate of just 2.9%. This large suburban setting provides students with a supportive environment that values academic excellence while maintaining the close-knit feel that helps middle schoolers thrive during their transitional years.