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Penns Grove Middle School
Middle School · Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
351 MAPLE AVENUE, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,627 of 2,466
In Penns Grove
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Penns Grove Middle School
Penns Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Penns Grove, NJ, part of Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District. Penns Grove Middle School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Penns Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,627 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Penns Grove Middle School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Penns Grove Middle 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.
Score Breakdown
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Penns Grove Middle School — Students at Penns Grove Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Penns Grove Middle School Compares
See how Penns Grove Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
351 MAPLE AVENUE, Penns Grove, NJ 08069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penns Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Carrcroft Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Pleasant Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Field Street School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Carneys Point), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Penns Grove, see our Penns Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,397
Median Home Value
$184,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
13,413
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Meadows Regional Middle School Great Meadows, NJ | 5.8 |
| Memorial Middle School Elmwood Park, NJ | 5.8 |
| Woodbridge Middle School Woodbridge, NJ | 5.8 |
| Helen A. Fort Middle School Pemberton, NJ | 5.7 |
| Marcus W. Newcomb Middle School Pemberton, NJ | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Middle School Dunellen, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penns Grove Middle School
What grades does Penns Grove Middle School serve?
Penns Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Penns Grove Middle School?
Penns Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penns Grove Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Penns Grove Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Penns Grove Middle School rank in NJ?
Penns Grove Middle School ranks #1,627 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Penns Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Penns Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Penns Grove Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Penns Grove Middle School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Penns Grove Middle School a charter school?
No, Penns Grove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Penns Grove Middle School a Title I school?
No, Penns Grove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penns Grove Middle School?
77.2% of students at Penns Grove 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Salem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.9%
- Phone
- (856) 299-0576
Resources & Links
District
Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 2,245
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,327
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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