Serving 335 students in grades 5-8, Lopatcong Township Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lopatcong Township Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Lopatcong Township Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lopatcong Township Middle School is 0.65, 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
#794 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
22%
14%
White
52%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lopatcong Township Middle School's ranking?
Lopatcong Township Middle School is ranked #794 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lopatcong Township Middle School often compared to?
Lopatcong Township Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewartsville Middle School, Pohatcong Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lopatcong Township Middle School?
335 students attend Lopatcong Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lopatcong Township Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lopatcong Township Middle School?
Lopatcong Township Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lopatcong Township Middle School offer ?
Lopatcong Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lopatcong Township Middle School part of?
Lopatcong Township Middle School is part of Lopatcong Township School District.
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