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Lindenwold Middle School

Middle School · Lindenwold Public School District

40 WHITE HORSE AVENUE, Lindenwold, NJ 08021

Enrollment

883

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,086 of 2,466

In Lindenwold

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Lindenwold Public School District

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Lindenwold Middle School

4.8/10

Middle School in Lindenwold · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lindenwold Preschool Building

5.0/10

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6.0/10

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About Lindenwold Middle School

Lindenwold Middle School is a public middle school in Lindenwold, NJ, part of Lindenwold Public School District. Lindenwold Middle School serves approximately 883 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lindenwold Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,086 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lindenwold Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lindenwold 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.1 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,619
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Lindenwold Middle School — Students at Lindenwold Middle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 26.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 47 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
56%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
20%
2024
Math
8.9%
ELA
15.7%
2025
Math
8.9%
ELA
17.7%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Lindenwold Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
16th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Location

40 WHITE HORSE AVENUE, Lindenwold, NJ 08021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lindenwold Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Stratford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pine Hill Middle School (rated 4.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Pine Hill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lindenwold, see our Lindenwold schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Lindenwold Preschool Building Lindenwold 0.5 mi 5.0
Clementon Elementary School Clementon 0.9 mi 6.0
Laurel Springs School Laurel Springs 0.9 mi 4.8
Lindenwold School Four Lindenwold 1.0 mi 3.9
Lindenwold High School Lindenwold 0.9 mi 4.4
UNDER THE SUN LEARNING CENTER Stratford 1.3 mi
Lindenwold School Five Lindenwold 1.3 mi 3.7
Dr. Albert M. Bean School Pine Hill 1.8 mi 7.0
JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL SCHOOL Stratford 1.7 mi 6.3
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School Stratford 1.9 mi 7.1
Gibbsboro Elementary School Gibbsboro 2.0 mi 7.0
KINGSWAY LEARNING CENTER Voorhees 2.3 mi 6.8
John H. Glenn School Pine Hill 2.7 mi 6.4
Osage School Voorhees 2.7 mi 7.0
Sterling High School Somerdale 2.4 mi 4.3
BANCROFT SCHOOL AT VOORMEES PEDIATRIC FACILITY Voorhees 2.8 mi 6.6
Eastern Regional High School Voorhees 2.8 mi 6.9
Parkview Elementary School Stratford 2.4 mi 3.4
Union Valley Elementary School Sicklerville 3.0 mi 5.8
Pine Hill Middle School Pine Hill 2.8 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,439

Median Home Value

$192,200

Median Rent

$1,288/mo

Population

49,060

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

48.6%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lindenwold Middle School

What grades does Lindenwold Middle School serve?

Lindenwold Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Lindenwold Middle School?

Lindenwold Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 883 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lindenwold Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lindenwold Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lindenwold Middle School rank in NJ?

Lindenwold Middle School ranks #2,086 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lindenwold Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lindenwold Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Lindenwold Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lindenwold Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lindenwold Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Lindenwold Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

83.6% of students at Lindenwold 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
883
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

Lindenwold Public School District
District Enrollment
3,147
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,619
District Rank
#2 of 5

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