Excellent
#24 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 1% in state
Cedar Drive Middle School
Middle School · Colts Neck Township School District
73 CEDAR DRIVE, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#24 of 2,466
In Colts Neck
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Colts Neck Township School District
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Cedar Drive Middle School
Cedar Drive Middle School is a public middle school in Colts Neck, NJ, part of Colts Neck Township School District. Cedar Drive Middle School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Drive Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Drive Middle School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Cedar Drive Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Drive Middle School — Students at Cedar Drive Middle School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Cedar Drive Middle School Compares
See how Cedar Drive Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
73 CEDAR DRIVE, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Drive Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marlboro Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Marlboro), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower School (rated 6.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Freehold), a more accessible option. For more schools in Colts Neck, see our Colts Neck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colts Neck High School Colts Neck | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Conover Road Primary School Colts Neck | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Conover Road Elementary School Colts Neck | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TURTLE CREEK LEARNING ACADEMY Marlboro | 2.4 mi | — |
| THE HEBREW ACADEMY Marlboro | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower School Freehold | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Joseph J Catena School Freehold | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Marlboro High School Marlboro | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Freehold | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Monmouth County Career Center Freehold | 3.3 mi | — |
| Biotechnology High School Freehold | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Freehold Learning Center Freehold | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Village School Holmdel | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Frank Defino Central Elementary School Marlboro | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Marlboro Elementary School Marlboro | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Freehold Borough High School Freehold | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Marlboro Middle School Marlboro | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| COLLIER SCHOOL Wickatunk | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS ACADEMY Lincroft | 4.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,015
Median Home Value
$871,400
Median Rent
$2,895/mo
Population
9,977
College Educated
68.1%
Homeownership
92.4%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
48.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Franklin Avenue Middle School Franklin Lakes, NJ | 9.2 |
| Clinton Township Middle School Clinton, NJ | 9.1 |
| East Hanover Middle School East Hanover, NJ | 9.1 |
| Emil A. Cavallini Middle School Upper Saddle River, NJ | 9.1 |
| Holdrum Middle School River Vale, NJ | 9.1 |
| Long Pond School Newton, NJ | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Drive Middle School
What grades does Cedar Drive Middle School serve?
Cedar Drive Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar Drive Middle School?
Cedar Drive Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Drive Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Drive Middle School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Drive Middle School rank in NJ?
Cedar Drive Middle School ranks #24 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Cedar Drive Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Drive Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Drive Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Drive Middle School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cedar Drive Middle School a charter school?
No, Cedar Drive Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Drive Middle School a Title I school?
No, Cedar Drive Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Drive Middle School?
4.1% of students at Cedar Drive Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (732) 946-0055
Resources & Links
District
Colts Neck Township School District- District Enrollment
- 984
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,504
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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