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#689 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 28% in state

Montgomery Upper Middle School

Middle School · Montgomery Township School District

375 Burnt Hill Road, Skillman, NJ 08558

Enrollment

758

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#689 of 2,466

In Skillman

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Montgomery Township School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Montgomery Upper Middle School

7.4/10

Middle School in Skillman · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Montgomery Lower Middle School

8.4/10

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6.0/10

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About Montgomery Upper Middle School

Montgomery Upper Middle School is a public middle school in Skillman, NJ, part of Montgomery Township School District. Montgomery Upper Middle School serves approximately 758 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Upper Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Montgomery Upper Middle School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Montgomery Upper 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 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+31.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.3 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,232
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Montgomery Upper Middle School — Students at Montgomery Upper Middle School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 84.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2024
Math
72.9%
ELA
90.1%
2025
Math
73.1%
ELA
87.6%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Montgomery Upper Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

Location

375 Burnt Hill Road, Skillman, NJ 08558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montgomery Upper Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Montgomery Lower Middle School (rated 8.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Princeton Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Princeton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Skillman, see our Skillman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Montgomery Lower Middle School Skillman 0.0 mi 8.4
Orchard Hill Elementary School Skillman 0.4 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
Community Park School Princeton 4.6 mi 7.8
PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton 4.5 mi 5.5
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
YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston 4.3 mi 8.1
Hillsborough High School Hillsborough 5.0 mi 5.9
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

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Hackettstown Middle School Hackettstown, NJ 7.4
Northern Burlington County Regional Middle School Columbus, NJ 7.4
Pleasant Valley School Mullica Hill, NJ 7.4
Readington Middle School Whitehouse Station, NJ 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montgomery Upper Middle School

What grades does Montgomery Upper Middle School serve?

Montgomery Upper Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Montgomery Upper Middle School?

Montgomery Upper Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 758 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Upper Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Upper Middle School 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 Montgomery Upper Middle School rank in NJ?

Montgomery Upper Middle School ranks #689 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Montgomery Upper Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Montgomery Upper Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Upper Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery Upper Middle School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Montgomery Upper Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Montgomery Upper Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

4.7% of students at Montgomery Upper 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

District

Montgomery Township School District
District Enrollment
4,529
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,232
District Rank
#3 of 5

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