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#171 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 7% in state

Margaret L Vetter

Middle School · Eatontown Public School District

3 GRANT AVENUE, Eatontown, NJ 07724

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#171 of 2,466

In Eatontown

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Eatontown Public School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Margaret L Vetter

8.5/10

Middle School in Eatontown · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Margaret L Vetter

Margaret L Vetter is a public middle school in Eatontown, NJ, part of Eatontown Public School District. Margaret L Vetter serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret L Vetter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #171 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Margaret L Vetter show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Margaret L Vetter sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,862
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Margaret L Vetter — Students at Margaret L Vetter score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
36.8%
ELA
51.5%
2025
Math
47.8%
ELA
52.4%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Margaret L Vetter Compares

See how Margaret L Vetter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

3 GRANT AVENUE, Eatontown, NJ 07724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Margaret L Vetter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tinton Falls Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tinton Falls), with a comparable rating. Another option is Township of Ocean Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Ocean), a more accessible option. Additionally, Memorial Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Eatontown, see our Eatontown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Memorial Middle School Eatontown 0.1 mi 6.0
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury 1.1 mi
RANNEY SCHOOL Tinton Falls 1.0 mi 4.7
Woodmere Eatontown 1.2 mi 5.3
HAWKSWOOD SCHOOL Eatontown 1.4 mi 7.9
Meadowbrook Eatontown 1.1 mi 5.0
Monmouth Regional High School Tinton Falls 1.5 mi 6.0
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Eatontown 1.6 mi
Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury 2.1 mi 7.7
The Shore Center Tinton Falls 2.1 mi 5.9
Regional Achievement Academy Tinton Falls 2.1 mi
Mahala F. Atchison School Tinton Falls 1.9 mi 5.3
Wolf Hill School Oceanport 1.8 mi 8.5
GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls 2.2 mi
Tinton Falls Middle School Tinton Falls 1.8 mi 7.9
Township of Ocean Intermediate School Ocean 2.6 mi 6.8
JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver 2.4 mi
Swimming River School Tinton Falls 2.4 mi 6.3
VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury 2.7 mi 5.5
Shore Regional High School West Long Branch 2.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,170

Median Home Value

$487,300

Median Rent

$1,640/mo

Population

23,830

College Educated

44.8%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

45.6

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Community Middle School Bound Brook, NJ 8.4
Maple Place Middle School Oceanport, NJ 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Margaret L Vetter

What grades does Margaret L Vetter serve?

Margaret L Vetter serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Margaret L Vetter?

Margaret L Vetter has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret L Vetter?

The student-teacher ratio at Margaret L Vetter is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Margaret L Vetter rank in NJ?

Margaret L Vetter ranks #171 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Margaret L Vetter's MySchoolScout rating?

Margaret L Vetter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Margaret L Vetter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret L Vetter has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Margaret L Vetter a charter school?

No, Margaret L Vetter is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Margaret L Vetter a Title I school?

No, Margaret L Vetter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret L Vetter?

47.3% of students at Margaret L Vetter 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

Eatontown Public School District
District Enrollment
1,019
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,862
District Rank
#1 of 4

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