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Howard M. Phifer Middle School
Middle School · Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
8201 PARK AVE, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Enrollment
1,010
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,010
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,023 of 2,466
In Pennsauken
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
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Howard M. Phifer Middle School
Middle School in Pennsauken · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Howard M. Phifer Middle School
Howard M. Phifer Middle School is a public middle school in Pennsauken, NJ, part of Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District. Howard M.
Phifer Middle School serves approximately 1,010 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard M. Phifer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,023 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Howard M. Phifer Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Howard M. Phifer Middle 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.
Score Breakdown
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Howard M. Phifer Middle School — Students at Howard M. Phifer Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
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
↓ 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: 6.5/10.
How Howard M. Phifer Middle School Compares
See how Howard M. Phifer 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
8201 PARK AVE, Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard M. Phifer Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cinnaminson Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Cinnaminson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palmyra Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ralph J. Steinhauer Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Maple Shade), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pennsauken, see our Pennsauken schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,332
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
24,004
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard M. Phifer Middle School
What grades does Howard M. Phifer Middle School serve?
Howard M. Phifer Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
Howard M. Phifer Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,010 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard M. Phifer Middle School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard M. Phifer Middle School rank in NJ?
Howard M. Phifer Middle School ranks #2,023 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Howard M. Phifer Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard M. Phifer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard M. Phifer Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Howard M. Phifer Middle School a charter school?
No, Howard M. Phifer Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard M. Phifer Middle School a Title I school?
No, Howard M. Phifer Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
35.0% of students at Howard M. Phifer 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
- 1,010
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (856) 662-8511
Resources & Links
District
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District- District Enrollment
- 4,880
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,299
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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