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#50 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 2% in state

William R. Satz School

Middle School · Holmdel Township School District

24 CRAWFORDS CORNER ROAD, Holmdel, NJ 07733

Enrollment

493

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

9.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#50 of 2,466

In Holmdel

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Holmdel Township School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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William R. Satz School

9.0/10

Middle School in Holmdel · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William R. Satz School

William R. Satz School is a public middle school in Holmdel, NJ, part of Holmdel Township School District. William R.

Satz School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William R. Satz School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for William R. Satz School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, William R. Satz 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 Progress9.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+33.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.2 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,258
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

William R. Satz School — Students at William R. Satz School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 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
87%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
67%
ELA
77.6%
2025
Math
74.9%
ELA
84.5%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How William R. Satz School Compares

See how William R. Satz School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

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

24 CRAWFORDS CORNER ROAD, Holmdel, NJ 07733

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William R. Satz School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marlboro Memorial Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Morganville), a more accessible option. Another option is Indian Hill School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Beers Street School (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hazlet), a more accessible option. For more schools in Holmdel, see our Holmdel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Holmdel High School Holmdel 0.1 mi 6.5
Indian Hill School Holmdel 1.6 mi 7.1
HOLMDEL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Holmdel 1.5 mi
HOLMDEL PRESCHOOL CENTER Holmdel 2.0 mi
Beers Street School Hazlet 2.4 mi 6.2
Village School Holmdel 2.7 mi 8.0
Raritan Valley School Hazlet 2.5 mi 5.4
Strathmore Elementary School Aberdeen 2.3 mi 7.0
Sycamore Drive Early Childhood Learning Center Hazlet 2.8 mi 4.8
Lloyd Road Elementary School Aberdeen 2.4 mi 5.2
HOME AWAY HOME ACADEMY Aberdeen 2.4 mi
Middle Road School Hazlet 3.1 mi 8.6
Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen 2.6 mi 7.7
Cove Road School Hazlet 3.3 mi 5.4
Keyport High School Keyport 3.2 mi 4.1
Marlboro Memorial Middle School Morganville 2.5 mi 7.3
Keyport Central School Keyport 3.3 mi 7.7
Matawan Regional High School Aberdeen 2.9 mi 6.2
Monmouth County Vocational Technical High School Hazlet 3.3 mi
Raritan High School Hazlet 3.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,559

Median Home Value

$814,000

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

17,113

College Educated

66.8%

Homeownership

91.5%

Avg Commute

37.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

48.1

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East Brook Middle School Paramus, NJ 8.9
East Hanover Middle School East Hanover, NJ 9.1
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School Upper Saddle River, NJ 9.1
Glen Rock Middle School Glen Rock, NJ 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William R. Satz School

What grades does William R. Satz School serve?

William R. Satz School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend William R. Satz School?

William R. Satz School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William R. Satz School?

The student-teacher ratio at William R. Satz School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William R. Satz School rank in NJ?

William R. Satz School ranks #50 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is William R. Satz School's MySchoolScout rating?

William R. Satz School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 William R. Satz School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William R. Satz School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William R. Satz School a charter school?

No, William R. Satz School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William R. Satz School a Title I school?

No, William R. Satz School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William R. Satz School?

1.2% of students at William R. Satz 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Holmdel Township School District
District Enrollment
2,891
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,258
District Rank
#1 of 4

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