Excellent
#227 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 9% in state
Union Township Middle School
Middle School · Union Township School District · Hampton, NJ
A middle school in Hampton, NJ where students score 10 points above what's typical for similar communities.
165 PERRYVILLE ROAD, Hampton, NJ 08827
- Math 76% vs NJ 39% (2025)
- Reading 77% vs NJ 55% (2025)
- 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Union Township Middle School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 29 points since 2021, reaching 76% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 70% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 79% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 51 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
3.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Union Township Middle School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the New York map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 33Car-Dependent
- Bike 25Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$128,589
Median home value
$428,600
Median rent
$1,223/mo
College educated
49%
Homeownership
86.9%
Poverty rate
5.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08827; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Township Middle SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 9.1 | 6–8 | 4.0 mi | 414 | Compare → |
| Ethel Hoppock Middle SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.3 | 6–8 | 4.0 mi | 134 | Compare → |
| High Bridge Middle SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.4 | 5–8 | 4.9 mi | 141 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Union Township School District
- Schools in district
- 2
- Rank in district
- #2 of 2
- District spending per student
- $28,009NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 2.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
Union Township Middle School is listed in Union Township School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Union Township Middle School
Union Township Middle School is a public middle school in Hampton, NJ, part of Union Township School District, serving approximately 253 students in grades 4th-8th with a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Union Township Middle School
What grades does Union Township Middle School serve?
Union Township Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Union Township Middle School?
Union Township Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Township Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Township Middle 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 Union Township Middle School rank in NJ?
Union Township Middle School ranks #227 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Union Township Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Township 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 Union Township Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Township Middle School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Union Township Middle School a charter school?
No, Union Township Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Township Middle School a Title I school?
No, Union Township Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Township Middle School?
3.6% of students at Union Township 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hunterdon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (908) 735-5511
- Area population (ZIP 08827)
- 4,139
- Area average commute
- 35.8 min
- Area median age
- 44.8
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08827; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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