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Middle Township Elementary #2

Elementary School · Middle Township Public School District

101 WEST PACIFIC AVE, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,013 of 2,466

In Cape May Court House

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Middle Township Public School District

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Middle Township Elementary #2

5.0/10

Elementary School in Cape May Court House · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Middle Township Elementary #1

5.6/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Middle Township High School

4.9/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Middle Township Elementary #2

Middle Township Elementary #2 is a public elementary school in Cape May Court House, NJ, part of Middle Township Public School District. Middle Township Elementary #2 serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Township Elementary #2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,013 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Middle Township Elementary #2 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,688
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Middle Township Elementary #2 — Students at Middle Township Elementary #2 score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
74%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
28.4%
ELA
33.9%
2025
Math
26.4%
ELA
34.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Middle Township Elementary #2 Compares

See how Middle Township Elementary #2 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
18th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Location

101 WEST PACIFIC AVE, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middle Township Elementary #2 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Harbor Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Stone Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crest Memorial School (rated 8.6/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Wildwood Crest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dennis Township Primary School (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cape May Court House, see our Cape May Court House schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Middle Township Elementary #1 Cape May Court House 0.4 mi 5.6
Middle Township High School Cape May Court House 0.6 mi 4.9
Middle Township Elementary #4 Cape May Court House 0.6 mi 6.4
CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House 1.5 mi 6.7
Cape May County High School Cape May Court House 2.4 mi 5.9
Ocean Academy Cape May Court House 2.4 mi 8.1
Cape May County Technical High School Cape May Court House 2.6 mi 4.1
Stone Harbor Elementary School Stone Harbor 4.1 mi 8.8
RIO GRANDE BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Grande 5.0 mi
WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood 5.5 mi 6.0
WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood 5.5 mi 5.3
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School Wildwood 5.7 mi 6.8
Margaret Mace Elementary School North Wildwood 5.6 mi 8.0
Wildwood High School Wildwood 6.3 mi 5.3
Wildwood Middle School Wildwood 6.3 mi 6.3
Dennis Township Primary School Cape May Court House 6.7 mi 8.3
Avalon Elementary School Avalon 5.8 mi 6.6
Crest Memorial School Wildwood Crest 7.8 mi 8.6
BISHOP MCHUGH REGIONAL CATHOLIC Cape May Court House 7.3 mi 6.7
Lower Cape May Regional High School Cape May 7.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,855

Median Home Value

$337,700

Median Rent

$1,538/mo

Population

17,278

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middle Township Elementary #2

What grades does Middle Township Elementary #2 serve?

Middle Township Elementary #2 serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Middle Township Elementary #2?

Middle Township Elementary #2 has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Township Elementary #2?

The student-teacher ratio at Middle Township Elementary #2 is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middle Township Elementary #2 rank in NJ?

Middle Township Elementary #2 ranks #2,013 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Middle Township Elementary #2's MySchoolScout rating?

Middle Township Elementary #2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Middle Township Elementary #2?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Township Elementary #2 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middle Township Elementary #2 a charter school?

No, Middle Township Elementary #2 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Middle Township Elementary #2 a Title I school?

No, Middle Township Elementary #2 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Township Elementary #2?

53.6% of students at Middle Township Elementary #2 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
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cape May County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Middle Township Public School District
District Enrollment
2,672
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,688
District Rank
#3 of 4

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