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#496 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 20% in state

Red Bank Middle School

Middle School · Red Bank Borough Public School District

101 HARDING ROAD, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Enrollment

599

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.8

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#496 of 2,466

In Red Bank

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Red Bank Borough Public School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.8/10

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About Red Bank Middle School

Red Bank Middle School is a public middle school in Red Bank, NJ, part of Red Bank Borough Public School District. Red Bank Middle School serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Bank Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Red Bank Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Red Bank Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,276
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Red Bank Middle School — Students at Red Bank Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 51 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
49%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
43.5%
2025
Math
35.9%
ELA
48.6%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Red Bank Middle School Compares

See how Red Bank Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

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

101 HARDING ROAD, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Red Bank Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Markham Place School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knollwood School (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Fair Haven), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Red Bank, see our Red Bank schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank 0.3 mi 4.3
TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank 0.4 mi
VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury 0.7 mi 5.5
Red Bank Charter School Red Bank 0.6 mi 8.2
Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury 1.3 mi 7.7
Markham Place School Little Silver 1.1 mi 8.8
Knollwood School Fair Haven 1.1 mi 7.1
Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver 1.1 mi 7.1
Red Bank Primary School Red Bank 1.2 mi 5.5
JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver 1.5 mi
GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Tinton Falls 1.5 mi
River Plaza Elementary School Red Bank 1.5 mi 9.4
OAKWOOD SCHOOL Tinton Falls 1.6 mi
SMART START PRESCHOOL Fair Haven 1.9 mi
Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven 1.8 mi 5.9
Point Road School Little Silver 1.8 mi 8.4
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Shrewsbury 2.3 mi
Fairview Elementary School Red Bank 2.1 mi 8.8
Swimming River School Tinton Falls 2.1 mi 6.3
RANNEY SCHOOL Tinton Falls 2.9 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,630

Median Home Value

$551,500

Median Rent

$1,971/mo

Population

24,544

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

43.1

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Lawrence Intermediate School Lawrenceville, NJ 7.8
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 Little Falls, NJ 7.8
Pine Brook School Manalapan, NJ 7.8
Veterans Middle School North Arlington, NJ 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Red Bank Middle School

What grades does Red Bank Middle School serve?

Red Bank Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Red Bank Middle School?

Red Bank Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Bank Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Red Bank Middle School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Red Bank Middle School rank in NJ?

Red Bank Middle School ranks #496 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Red Bank Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Red Bank Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Red Bank Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Bank Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Red Bank Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Red Bank Middle School a Title I school?

No, Red Bank Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Bank Middle School?

80.1% of students at Red Bank 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
87 Very Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

Red Bank Borough Public School District
District Enrollment
1,232
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,276
District Rank
#1 of 2

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