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Very Good

#591 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 24% in state

Marlboro Middle School

Middle School · Marlboro Township School District

355 COUNTY ROAD 520, Marlboro, NJ 07746

Enrollment

949

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#591 of 2,466

In Marlboro

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Marlboro Township School District

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Marlboro Middle School

7.6/10

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

Marlboro Elementary School

6.2/10

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7.0/10

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About Marlboro Middle School

Marlboro Middle School is a public middle school in Marlboro, NJ, part of Marlboro Township School District. Marlboro Middle School serves approximately 949 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Marlboro Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Marlboro Middle School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Marlboro Middle School 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 Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,813
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Marlboro Middle School — Students at Marlboro Middle School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 75.4% (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
82%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
59.3%
ELA
70.8%
2025
Math
62.1%
ELA
73%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Marlboro Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
96 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

355 COUNTY ROAD 520, Marlboro, NJ 07746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marlboro Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cedar Drive Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Colts Neck), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Brook School (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Manalapan), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marlboro Memorial Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Morganville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marlboro, see our Marlboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Marlboro Elementary School Marlboro 0.7 mi 6.2
Frank J. Dugan Elementary School Marlboro 1.0 mi 7.0
Frank Defino Central Elementary School Marlboro 1.0 mi 6.2
Marlboro High School Marlboro 1.0 mi 5.6
TURTLE CREEK LEARNING ACADEMY Marlboro 1.6 mi
THE HEBREW ACADEMY Marlboro 1.7 mi 6.9
SHALOM TORAH ACADEMY Morganville 1.7 mi 6.4
Robertsville Elementary School Morganville 1.7 mi 8.6
Asher Holmes Elementary School Morganville 1.7 mi 6.5
GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY Morganville 2.0 mi
David C Abbott Early Learning Center Morganville 2.5 mi 6.1
Lafayette Mills School Manalapan 2.7 mi 8.8
COLLIER SCHOOL Wickatunk 2.8 mi 7.5
C. Richard Applegate School Freehold 3.8 mi 8.1
Marlboro Memorial Middle School Morganville 4.0 mi 7.3
Freehold Learning Center Freehold 4.3 mi 4.8
Pine Brook School Manalapan 3.4 mi 7.8
Freehold Borough High School Freehold 4.5 mi 5.3
Cedar Drive Middle School Colts Neck 4.0 mi 9.2
IVY LEAGUE PRESCHOOL Manalapan 3.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$186,885

Median Home Value

$654,700

Median Rent

$2,688/mo

Population

18,137

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

95.8%

Avg Commute

41.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marlboro Middle School

What grades does Marlboro Middle School serve?

Marlboro Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Marlboro Middle School?

Marlboro Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 949 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Marlboro Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marlboro Middle School rank in NJ?

Marlboro Middle School ranks #591 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Marlboro Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marlboro Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Marlboro Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marlboro Middle School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marlboro Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Marlboro Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

7.0% of students at Marlboro 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
949
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
96
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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