Excellent
#210 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 9% in state
Montgomery Lower Middle School
Middle School · Montgomery Township School District
373 Burnt Hill Road, Skillman, NJ 08558
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#210 of 2,466
In Skillman
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Montgomery Township School District
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Montgomery Lower Middle School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Montgomery Lower Middle School
Middle School in Skillman · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Montgomery Upper Middle School
0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Orchard Hill Elementary School
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Montgomery Lower Middle School
Montgomery Lower Middle School is a public middle school in Skillman, NJ, part of Montgomery Township School District. Montgomery Lower Middle School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Lower Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Montgomery Lower Middle School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Montgomery Lower Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montgomery Lower Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Montgomery Lower Middle School — Students at Montgomery Lower Middle School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 7.4/10.
How Montgomery Lower Middle School Compares
See how Montgomery Lower Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
373 Burnt Hill Road, Skillman, NJ 08558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montgomery Lower Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Princeton Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Princeton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Montgomery Upper Middle School (rated 7.4/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Skillman, see our Skillman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Upper Middle School Skillman | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Orchard Hill Elementary School Skillman | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ROCK BROOK SCHOOL Skillman | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Village Elementary School Skillman | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE BLAWENBURG VILLAGE SCHOOL Skillman | 2.0 mi | — |
| Montgomery High School Skillman | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ALL DAY LEARNING CENTERS Hillsborough | 3.3 mi | — |
| Princeton Charter School Princeton | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| STUART COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 4.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 4.5 mi | 8.4 |
| PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Community Park School Princeton | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Littlebrook School Princeton | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH NJ Hillsborough | 4.9 mi | — |
| Hillsborough High School Hillsborough | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$240,968
Median Home Value
$853,300
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
7,236
College Educated
78.3%
Homeownership
88.5%
Avg Commute
36.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
47.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Copeland Middle School Rockaway, NJ | 8.4 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Mountainside, NJ | 8.4 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Wyckoff, NJ | 8.4 |
| Henry B. Whitehorne Middle School Verona, NJ | 8.4 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton, NJ | 8.4 |
| Thomas Edison Intermediate School Westfield, NJ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montgomery Lower Middle School
What grades does Montgomery Lower Middle School serve?
Montgomery Lower Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Montgomery Lower Middle School?
Montgomery Lower Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Lower Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Lower Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montgomery Lower Middle School rank in NJ?
Montgomery Lower Middle School ranks #210 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Montgomery Lower Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montgomery Lower Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Montgomery Lower Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery Lower Middle School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Montgomery Lower Middle School a charter school?
No, Montgomery Lower Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montgomery Lower Middle School a Title I school?
No, Montgomery Lower Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montgomery Lower Middle School?
5.6% of students at Montgomery Lower 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.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (609) 466-7604
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,529
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,232
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
Other Schools in This District
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.