Howard M. Phifer Middle School

Howard M. Phifer Middle School serves 1,010 students in grades 6-8 in Pennsauken, New Jersey. With 87 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

The school has room for academic growth, with 31% of students performing proficiently or above in English Language Arts and 17% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics. Currently ranked #1859 out of 2,475 middle schools statewide, Howard M. Phifer Middle School is working to strengthen student achievement across all grade levels.

The school's location in Camden County provides access to a diverse suburban community where the median household income is $80,527 and median home values reach $210,600. About 27% of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 14.8% of families live below the poverty line, reflecting the mixed socioeconomic character of the area. As a regular public middle school, Howard M.

Phifer serves families throughout the Pennsauken community, offering the critical transition years between elementary and high school. The school sits within a large suburban setting that provides students with both residential stability and access to broader educational and community resources throughout Camden County.