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Best Middle Schools in Zip Code 08648


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2
Schools
1,359
Students
Top rankedLawrence Middle School265th of 752 New Jersey middle schools
Summary:

The 08648 zip code area is home to two middle schools - Lawrence Middle School and Lawrence Intermediate School, both part of the Lawrence Township Public School District. While the schools share some similarities, Lawrence Middle School stands out as the stronger performer, with higher statewide rankings, better test scores, and exceptional Algebra I proficiency.

Lawrence Middle School boasts a 3-4 star rating from SchoolDigger, compared to a 2-star rating for the district. It also demonstrates stronger academic performance, with higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics than the district and state averages. Both schools, however, excel in Algebra I, with proficiency rates well above the state level, indicating a strong focus on advanced math coursework.

In terms of other key metrics, the two schools serve similar student populations, with around 32% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch and favorable student-teacher ratios around 11-11.4 students per teacher. While the schools perform well in many areas, there are opportunities for improvement in subjects like 5th and 6th grade Mathematics, where proficiency rates lag behind state averages.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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