Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, Hammonton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammonton Middle School's student population of 795 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammonton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammonton Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1093 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
30%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
64%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammonton Middle School's ranking?
Hammonton Middle School is ranked #1093 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hammonton Middle School often compared to?
Hammonton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren E. Sooy Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hammonton Middle School?
795 students attend Hammonton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hammonton Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammonton Middle School?
Hammonton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hammonton Middle School offer ?
Hammonton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammonton Middle School part of?
Hammonton Middle School is part of Hammonton School District.
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