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Willingboro Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Willingboro Public School District

451 Van Sciver Parkway, Willingboro, NJ 08046

Enrollment

561

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,342 of 2,466

In Willingboro

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Willingboro Public School District

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Willingboro Memorial Middle School

6.3/10

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

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About Willingboro Memorial Middle School

Willingboro Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Willingboro, NJ, part of Willingboro Public School District. Willingboro Memorial Middle School serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willingboro Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,342 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Willingboro Memorial Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Willingboro Memorial 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,981
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Willingboro Memorial Middle School — Students at Willingboro Memorial Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.2% (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

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
20%
2025
Math
21.5%
ELA
30.2%

* 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 Willingboro Memorial Middle School Compares

See how Willingboro Memorial Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
46th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Location

451 Van Sciver Parkway, Willingboro, NJ 08046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willingboro Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westampton Township Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Westampton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Burlington Township Middle School at Springside (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Burlington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, James A Cotten Intermediate School (rated 3.7/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Willingboro, see our Willingboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hawthorne Park Elementary School Willingboro 0.6 mi 6.3
Garfield ECDC Willingboro 0.8 mi 5.6
GARFIELD PARK ACADEMY Willingboro 0.9 mi 8.3
Twin Hills Elementary School Willingboro 1.7 mi 3.6
Willingboro High School Willingboro 1.7 mi 3.8
James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro 1.6 mi 3.7
Westampton Township Middle School Westampton 2.1 mi 6.4
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School Willingboro 1.9 mi 6.6
Burlington Township Middle School at Springside Burlington 2.2 mi 5.6
J.C.Stuart ECDC Willingboro 2.1 mi 6.5
Samuel Smith Elementary School Burlington 2.6 mi 7.2
Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School Westampton 2.1 mi 5.6
ST PAUL SCHOOL Burlington 2.8 mi 5.6
Burlington City High School Burlington 2.9 mi 4.7
Burlington County Institute of Technology - Westampton Westampton 2.3 mi 5.0
Fountain Woods Elementary School Burlington 2.8 mi 8.0
Wilbur Watts Intermediate School Burlington 3.0 mi 7.2
Burlington Township High School Burlington 2.8 mi 5.6
CATHEDRAL OF LOVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willingboro 2.5 mi
Fleetwood Elementary School Mount Laurel 3.3 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,447

Median Home Value

$240,000

Median Rent

$1,941/mo

Population

31,876

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

38.8

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Hopatcong Middle School Hopatcong, NJ 6.3
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden, NJ 6.3
Lincoln School Fairview, NJ 6.3
Branchburg Central Middle School Branchburg, NJ 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willingboro Memorial Middle School

What grades does Willingboro Memorial Middle School serve?

Willingboro Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Willingboro Memorial Middle School?

Willingboro Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Willingboro Memorial Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Willingboro Memorial 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 Willingboro Memorial Middle School rank in NJ?

Willingboro Memorial Middle School ranks #1,342 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Willingboro Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willingboro Memorial 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 Willingboro Memorial Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willingboro Memorial Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Willingboro Memorial Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Willingboro Memorial Middle School a Title I school?

No, Willingboro Memorial Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willingboro Memorial Middle School?

56.9% of students at Willingboro Memorial 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Burlington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

Willingboro Public School District
District Enrollment
3,782
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,981
District Rank
#4 of 8

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