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#1362 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Egg Harbor City Community School
Middle School · Egg Harbor City School District
730 Havana Avenue, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,362 of 2,466
In Egg Harbor City
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Egg Harbor City School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Egg Harbor City Community School
Egg Harbor City Community School is a public middle school in Egg Harbor City, NJ, part of Egg Harbor City School District. Egg Harbor City Community School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Egg Harbor City Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,362 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Egg Harbor City Community School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Egg Harbor City Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Egg Harbor City Community 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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Egg Harbor City Community School — Students at Egg Harbor City Community School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 50 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Egg Harbor City Community School Compares
See how Egg Harbor City Community 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
730 Havana Avenue, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Egg Harbor City Community School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. William Davies Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Mays Landing), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alder Avenue Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Egg Harbor Township), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mullica Township Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Elwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Egg Harbor City, see our Egg Harbor City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,630
Median Home Value
$266,500
Median Rent
$1,525/mo
Population
13,921
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Egg Harbor City Community School
What grades does Egg Harbor City Community School serve?
Egg Harbor City Community School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Egg Harbor City Community School?
Egg Harbor City Community School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Egg Harbor City Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Egg Harbor City Community School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Egg Harbor City Community School rank in NJ?
Egg Harbor City Community School ranks #1,362 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Egg Harbor City Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Egg Harbor City Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Egg Harbor City Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Egg Harbor City Community School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Egg Harbor City Community School a charter school?
No, Egg Harbor City Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Egg Harbor City Community School a Title I school?
No, Egg Harbor City Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Egg Harbor City Community School?
69.3% of students at Egg Harbor City Community 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
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Atlantic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.6%
- Phone
- (609) 965-1034
Resources & Links
District
Egg Harbor City School District- District Enrollment
- 578
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,819
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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