Excellent
#83 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Markham Place School
Middle School · Little Silver Boro School District
95 MARKHAM PLACE, Little Silver, NJ 07739
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#83 of 2,466
In Little Silver
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Little Silver Boro School District
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Markham Place School
Markham Place School is a public middle school in Little Silver, NJ, part of Little Silver Boro School District. Markham Place School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Markham Place School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Markham Place School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Markham Place School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Markham Place School — Students at Markham Place School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Markham Place School Compares
See how Markham Place 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
95 MARKHAM PLACE, Little Silver, NJ 07739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Markham Place School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Maple Place Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Oceanport), with a comparable rating. Another option is Red Bank Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Red Bank), a more accessible option. Additionally, Knollwood School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fair Haven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Little Silver, see our Little Silver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver | 0.6 mi | — |
| Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank | 0.8 mi | — |
| Point Road School Little Silver | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Knollwood School Fair Haven | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Bank Middle School Red Bank | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury | 1.8 mi | — |
| Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SMART START PRESCHOOL Fair Haven | 2.0 mi | — |
| Red Bank Charter School Red Bank | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Wolf Hill School Oceanport | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls | 1.8 mi | — |
| Meadowbrook Eatontown | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Red Bank Primary School Red Bank | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| THE RUMSON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rumson | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| OAKWOOD SCHOOL Tinton Falls | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$220,746
Median Home Value
$870,700
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,096
College Educated
79.8%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
46.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Richard Butler School Butler, NJ | 8.8 |
| Union School Rutherford, NJ | 8.8 |
| Mountain View School Mendham, NJ | 8.9 |
| Ocean City Intermediate School Ocean City, NJ | 8.9 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell, NJ | 8.7 |
| Hoboken Middle School Hoboken, NJ | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Markham Place School
What grades does Markham Place School serve?
Markham Place School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Markham Place School?
Markham Place School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Markham Place School?
The student-teacher ratio at Markham Place School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Markham Place School rank in NJ?
Markham Place School ranks #83 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Markham Place School's MySchoolScout rating?
Markham Place School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Markham Place School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Markham Place School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Markham Place School a charter school?
No, Markham Place School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Markham Place School a Title I school?
No, Markham Place School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Markham Place School?
0.9% of students at Markham Place 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (732) 741-7112
Resources & Links
District
Little Silver Boro School District- District Enrollment
- 717
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,100
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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