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Fernwood Avenue Middle School

Middle School · Egg Harbor Township School District

4034 FERNWOOD AVENUE, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Enrollment

798

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,600 of 2,466

In Egg Harbor Township

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Egg Harbor Township School District

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Fernwood Avenue Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Egg Harbor Township · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fernwood Avenue Middle School

Fernwood Avenue Middle School is a public middle school in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, part of Egg Harbor Township School District. Fernwood Avenue Middle School serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fernwood Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,600 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Fernwood Avenue Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,048
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Fernwood Avenue Middle School — Students at Fernwood Avenue Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
44.2%
2025
Math
36.3%
ELA
42.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Fernwood Avenue Middle School Compares

See how Fernwood Avenue Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4034 FERNWOOD AVENUE, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fernwood Avenue Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Belhaven Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Linwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northfield Community Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alder Avenue Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Egg Harbor Township, see our Egg Harbor Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ISLAMIC ACADAMEY OF SOUTH JERSEY Egg Harbor Township 1.4 mi 7.8
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School Egg Harbor Township 1.6 mi 5.2
TRINITY LEARNING CTR-HOLY Egg Harbor Township 1.8 mi
ENGLISH CREEK ACADEMY Egg Harbor Township 1.9 mi
Egg Harbor Township High School Egg Harbor Township 1.7 mi 4.7
Dr. Joyanne D. Miller Elementary School Egg Harbor Township 2.2 mi 5.8
Principle Academy Charter School Egg Harbor Township 2.3 mi 7.5
Bargaintown Preschool Egg Harbor Township 2.8 mi
Alder Avenue Middle School Egg Harbor Township 2.4 mi 6.2
Swift-Slaybaugh Complex Egg Harbor Township 3.1 mi 5.1
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 3.1 mi
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 3.5 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 3.5 mi 8.0
ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Egg Harbor Township 3.8 mi 5.5
Mainland Regional High School Linwood 4.5 mi 5.6
CREATIVE LEARNING PRE SCHOOL Linwood 4.6 mi
Belhaven Middle School Linwood 4.7 mi 7.8
Pleasantville High School Pleasantville 3.9 mi 4.3
Pleasantville Middle School Pleasantville 3.9 mi 4.6
Seaview Elementary School Linwood 5.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,604

Median Home Value

$285,700

Median Rent

$1,466/mo

Population

46,856

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fernwood Avenue Middle School

What grades does Fernwood Avenue Middle School serve?

Fernwood Avenue Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Fernwood Avenue Middle School?

Fernwood Avenue Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fernwood Avenue Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fernwood Avenue Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fernwood Avenue Middle School rank in NJ?

Fernwood Avenue Middle School ranks #1,600 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Fernwood Avenue Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fernwood Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Fernwood Avenue Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fernwood Avenue Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fernwood Avenue Middle School a charter school?

No, Fernwood Avenue Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fernwood Avenue Middle School a Title I school?

No, Fernwood Avenue Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fernwood Avenue Middle School?

49.6% of students at Fernwood Avenue 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

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