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Top 48% in state

Long Branch Middle School

Middle School · LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District

350 INDIANA AVENUE, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Enrollment

1,122

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,189 of 2,466

In Long Branch

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Long Branch Middle School

6.5/10

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

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4.0/10

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About Long Branch Middle School

Long Branch Middle School is a public middle school in Long Branch, NJ, part of LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District. Long Branch Middle School serves approximately 1,122 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Branch Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,189 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Long Branch Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,790
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Long Branch Middle School — Students at Long Branch Middle School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (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
56%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2024
Math
29.6%
ELA
26.9%
2025
Math
29.1%
ELA
31.3%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Long Branch Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
112 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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

350 INDIANA AVENUE, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Long Branch Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frank Antonides School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Long Branch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Place Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Oceanport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Branch, see our Long Branch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Long Branch High School Long Branch 0.2 mi 4.0
Academy of Law & Public Safety Long Branch 0.3 mi 5.6
Morris Avenue Elementry School Long Branch 0.4 mi 6.7
A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch 1.0 mi 6.3
Gregory Elementary School Long Branch 1.1 mi 3.9
MA'OR YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Long Branch 1.6 mi 6.3
George L Catrambone Long Branch 1.7 mi 5.6
Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch 1.7 mi 7.2
Joseph M. Ferraina Early Childhood Learning Center Long Branch 1.8 mi 7.0
Frank Antonides School West Long Branch 1.5 mi 8.5
Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch 1.5 mi 5.9
BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch 1.5 mi 5.7
Maple Place Middle School Oceanport 2.0 mi 8.4
Shore Regional High School West Long Branch 1.7 mi 6.3
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Long Branch 1.8 mi 5.5
Monmouth Beach Elementary School Monmouth Beach 2.6 mi 8.3
BNOT SHIRAH OF DEAL Deal 2.7 mi 6.2
Wolf Hill School Oceanport 2.4 mi 8.5
Ocean Township High School Oakhurst 2.8 mi 6.2
Ocean Township Elementary School Oakhurst 2.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,806

Median Home Value

$521,900

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Population

32,330

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

41.6%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Central Regional Middle School Bayville, NJ 6.6
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus Somerset, NJ 6.6
Garfield Middle School Garfield, NJ 6.4
J.P. Case Middle School Flemington, NJ 6.4
John A. Carusi Middle School Cherry Hill, NJ 6.4
Thomas R Grover Middle School West Windsor, NJ 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Long Branch Middle School

What grades does Long Branch Middle School serve?

Long Branch Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Long Branch Middle School?

Long Branch Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,122 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Branch Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Long Branch Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Long Branch Middle School rank in NJ?

Long Branch Middle School ranks #1,189 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Long Branch Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Long Branch Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Long Branch Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Branch Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Long Branch Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Long Branch Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

79.8% of students at Long Branch 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,122
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
112
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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