Average
#1917 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Paulsboro Junior High School
Middle School · Paulsboro School District
670 N Delaware Street, Paulsboro, NJ 08066
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,917 of 2,466
In Paulsboro
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Paulsboro School District
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Paulsboro Junior High School
Paulsboro Junior High School is a public middle school in Paulsboro, NJ, part of Paulsboro School District. Paulsboro Junior High School serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Paulsboro Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,917 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Paulsboro Junior High School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, Paulsboro Junior High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Paulsboro Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Paulsboro Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Paulsboro Junior High School — Students at Paulsboro Junior High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 28 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: 8.6/10.
How Paulsboro Junior High School Compares
See how Paulsboro Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
670 N Delaware Street, Paulsboro, NJ 08066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paulsboro Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nehaunsey Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Gibbstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Deptford Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby West Deptford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GUARDIAN ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paulsboro, see our Paulsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paulsboro High School Paulsboro | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Paulsboro | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Billingsport Elementary School Paulsboro | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Loudenslager Elementary School Paulsboro | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Nehaunsey Middle School Gibbstown | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Gibbstown | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS Gibbstown | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Jeffrey Clark School Mickleton | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Samuel Mickle School Mickleton | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| West Deptford Middle School West Deptford | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Tinicum Sch Essington | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Delcroft Sch Folcroft | 4.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Folcroft | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| National Park School National Park | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Penrose Sch Philadelphia | 4.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Norwood Sch Norwood | 4.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Academy Park HS Sharon Hill | 5.1 mi | 4.7 |
| LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Glenolden | 4.9 mi | — |
| Colwyn El Sch Colwyn | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Sharon Hill Sch Sharon Hill | 5.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,412
Median Home Value
$166,600
Median Rent
$1,092/mo
Population
7,412
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sussex County Technology Charter School Sparta, NJ | 5.1 |
| Cove Road School Hazlet, NJ | 5.4 |
| High Bridge Middle School High Bridge, NJ | 5.4 |
| Morgan Village Middle School Camden, NJ | 4.9 |
| Walter T. Bergen Middle School Bloomingdale, NJ | 5.9 |
| Memorial Middle School Eatontown, NJ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paulsboro Junior High School
What grades does Paulsboro Junior High School serve?
Paulsboro Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Paulsboro Junior High School?
Paulsboro Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paulsboro Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paulsboro Junior High School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paulsboro Junior High School rank in NJ?
Paulsboro Junior High School ranks #1,917 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Paulsboro Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paulsboro Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Paulsboro Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paulsboro Junior High School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Paulsboro Junior High School a charter school?
No, Paulsboro Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paulsboro Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Paulsboro Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paulsboro Junior High School?
69.2% of students at Paulsboro Junior High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gloucester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (856) 423-2222
Resources & Links
District
Paulsboro School District- District Enrollment
- 1,316
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,070
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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