Serving 584 students in grades 7-8, Helen A. Fort 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 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen A. Fort Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Helen A. Fort Middle School's student population of 584 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
You Can Get There From Here!
School Rankings
Helen A. Fort 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 Helen A. Fort Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1768 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
19%
14%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen A. Fort Middle School's ranking?
Helen A. Fort Middle School is ranked #1768 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Helen A. Fort Middle School often compared to?
Helen A. Fort Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pemberton Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Helen A. Fort Middle School?
584 students attend Helen A. Fort Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Helen A. Fort Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen A. Fort Middle School?
Helen A. Fort Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Helen A. Fort Middle School offer ?
Helen A. Fort Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen A. Fort Middle School part of?
Helen A. Fort Middle School is part of Pemberton Township School District.
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