Average
#1340 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Wildwood Middle School
Middle School · Wildwood City School District
4300 PACIFIC AVE, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,340 of 2,466
In Wildwood
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Wildwood City School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Wildwood Middle School
Wildwood Middle School is a public middle school in Wildwood, NJ, part of Wildwood City School District. Wildwood Middle School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,340 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Wildwood Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Wildwood Middle 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 Wildwood 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.
32% of students at Wildwood Middle 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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Wildwood Middle School — Students at Wildwood Middle School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 9.6/10.
How Wildwood Middle School Compares
See how Wildwood Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4300 PACIFIC AVE, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Richard M. Teitelman Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Cape May), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sandman Consolidated School (rated 6.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Cape May), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Middle Township Elementary #4 (rated 6.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wildwood High School Wildwood | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Glenwood Avenue Elementary School Wildwood | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Margaret Mace Elementary School North Wildwood | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Crest Memorial School Wildwood Crest | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| RIO GRANDE BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Grande | 3.9 mi | — |
| CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Lower Cape May Regional High School Cape May | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Richard M. Teitelman Middle School Cape May | 4.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Middle Township Elementary #4 Cape May Court House | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Middle Township High School Cape May Court House | 6.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Middle Township Elementary #2 Cape May Court House | 6.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Middle Township Elementary #1 Cape May Court House | 6.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Stone Harbor Elementary School Stone Harbor | 5.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Sandman Consolidated School Cape May | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Maud Abrams School Cape May | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Cape May City Elementary School Cape May | 6.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Cape May County High School Cape May Court House | 8.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,549
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
12,913
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
59.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beers Street School Hazlet, NJ | 6.2 |
| Bogota Middle School Bogota, NJ | 6.2 |
| ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Jersey City, NJ | 6.4 |
| Memorial Middle School Eatontown, NJ | 6.0 |
| Raymond W. Kershaw School Mount Ephraim, NJ | 6.0 |
| Walter T. Bergen Middle School Bloomingdale, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildwood Middle School
What grades does Wildwood Middle School serve?
Wildwood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wildwood Middle School?
Wildwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wildwood Middle School rank in NJ?
Wildwood Middle School ranks #1,340 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Wildwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Wildwood Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildwood Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wildwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Wildwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wildwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Wildwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildwood Middle School?
82.4% of students at Wildwood 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cape May County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (609) 522-7922
Resources & Links
District
Wildwood City School District- District Enrollment
- 818
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,229
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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