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#316 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 13% in state

Henry C. Beck Middle School

Middle School · Cherry Hill School District

950 Cropwell Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Enrollment

806

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#316 of 2,466

In Cherry Hill

#1 of 19

public schools

In district

#1 of 19

Cherry Hill School District

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Henry C. Beck Middle School

8.1/10

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

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About Henry C. Beck Middle School

Henry C. Beck Middle School is a public middle school in Cherry Hill, NJ, part of Cherry Hill School District. Henry C.

Beck Middle School serves approximately 806 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry C. Beck Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Henry C. Beck Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,852
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Henry C. Beck Middle School — Students at Henry C. Beck Middle School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.5% (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
83%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
57.9%
ELA
66.4%
2025
Math
57.5%
ELA
77.1%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Henry C. Beck Middle School Compares

See how Henry C. Beck Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
75 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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

950 Cropwell Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry C. Beck Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Voorhees Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Voorhees), with a very similar rating. Another option is J Harold Van Zant (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Marlton), a more accessible option. Additionally, TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC. (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Voorhees), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cherry Hill, see our Cherry Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph D. Sharp Elementary School Cherry Hill 0.4 mi 5.6
ERIC B JACOBS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Cherry Hill 0.7 mi
BETH EL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Voorhees 1.2 mi
Richard Stockton Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.1 mi 5.0
Cherry Hill High School East Cherry Hill 1.0 mi 5.9
SARI ISDANER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KATZ JCC Cherry Hill 1.0 mi 5.1
J Harold Van Zant Marlton 1.5 mi 6.8
TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC. Voorhees 1.6 mi 6.8
James F. Cooper Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.6 mi 4.7
Voorhees Middle School Voorhees 1.8 mi 8.1
TOMORROWS HOPE Voorhees 1.9 mi
CENTER FOR EDUCATION Marlton 1.6 mi
JOYFUL NOISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marlton 1.7 mi
Bret Harte Elementary School Cherry Hill 1.7 mi 4.4
THE KINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cherry Hill 2.2 mi 6.0
NAUDAIN MONTESSON ACADEMY Voorhees 2.1 mi
Kresson School Voorhees 2.0 mi 6.6
GODDARD SCHOOL OF CHERRY HILL Cherry Hill 2.2 mi
CHERRY HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cherry Hill 2.1 mi
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Evesham 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,947

Median Home Value

$418,000

Median Rent

$1,991/mo

Population

31,929

College Educated

67%

Homeownership

85.2%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.9

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Lincoln Middle School Kearny, NJ 8.1
Orchard Valley Middle School Sewell, NJ 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry C. Beck Middle School

What grades does Henry C. Beck Middle School serve?

Henry C. Beck Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Henry C. Beck Middle School?

Henry C. Beck Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 806 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry C. Beck Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry C. Beck Middle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry C. Beck Middle School rank in NJ?

Henry C. Beck Middle School ranks #316 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Henry C. Beck Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry C. Beck Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Henry C. Beck Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry C. Beck Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry C. Beck Middle School a charter school?

No, Henry C. Beck Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Henry C. Beck Middle School a Title I school?

No, Henry C. Beck Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry C. Beck Middle School?

17.9% of students at Henry C. Beck 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
75
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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