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Middle Township Elementary #4

Middle School · Middle Township Public School District

300 E PACIFIC AVE, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,258 of 2,466

In Cape May Court House

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Middle Township Public School District

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Middle Township Elementary #4

6.4/10

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

Middle Township High School

4.9/10

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

Middle Township Elementary #1

5.6/10

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

About Middle Township Elementary #4

Middle Township Elementary #4 is a public middle school in Cape May Court House, NJ, part of Middle Township Public School District. Middle Township Elementary #4 serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Township Elementary #4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,258 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Middle Township Elementary #4 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,688
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Middle Township Elementary #4 — Students at Middle Township Elementary #4 score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (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
73%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
44.3%
ELA
33.6%
2025
Math
44.5%
ELA
39.5%

* 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 Middle Township Elementary #4 Compares

See how Middle Township Elementary #4 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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

300 E PACIFIC AVE, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middle Township Elementary #4 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Avalon Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Avalon), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wildwood Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Wildwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dennis Township Elementary/Middle Schools (rated 5.0/10, 8.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cape May Court House, see our Cape May Court House schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Middle Township High School Cape May Court House 0.1 mi 4.9
Middle Township Elementary #1 Cape May Court House 0.4 mi 5.6
Middle Township Elementary #2 Cape May Court House 0.6 mi 5.0
CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House 1.8 mi 6.7
Cape May County High School Cape May Court House 2.2 mi 5.9
Ocean Academy Cape May Court House 2.2 mi 8.1
Cape May County Technical High School Cape May Court House 2.4 mi 4.1
Stone Harbor Elementary School Stone Harbor 3.5 mi 8.8
WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood 5.2 mi 6.0
WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood 5.2 mi 5.3
Margaret Mace Elementary School North Wildwood 5.3 mi 8.0
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School Wildwood 5.5 mi 6.8
RIO GRANDE BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Grande 5.2 mi
Wildwood High School Wildwood 6.1 mi 5.3
Wildwood Middle School Wildwood 6.1 mi 6.3
Avalon Elementary School Avalon 5.3 mi 6.6
Dennis Township Primary School Cape May Court House 6.7 mi 8.3
BISHOP MCHUGH REGIONAL CATHOLIC Cape May Court House 7.1 mi 6.7
Crest Memorial School Wildwood Crest 7.8 mi 8.6
Dennis Township Elementary/Middle Schools Cape May Court House 8.6 mi 5.0

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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Lopatcong Township Middle School Phillipsburg, NJ 6.4
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Washington Park School Totowa, NJ 6.4
Westampton Township Middle School Westampton, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middle Township Elementary #4

What grades does Middle Township Elementary #4 serve?

Middle Township Elementary #4 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Middle Township Elementary #4?

Middle Township Elementary #4 has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Township Elementary #4?

The student-teacher ratio at Middle Township Elementary #4 is 12.4:1. 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 #4 rank in NJ?

Middle Township Elementary #4 ranks #1,258 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Middle Township Elementary #4's MySchoolScout rating?

Middle Township Elementary #4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 #4?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Township Elementary #4 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middle Township Elementary #4 a charter school?

No, Middle Township Elementary #4 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Middle Township Elementary #4 a Title I school?

No, Middle Township Elementary #4 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Township Elementary #4?

49.9% of students at Middle Township Elementary #4 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cape May County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

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

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