Serving 256 students in grades 5-8, Maple Place Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Place Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maple Place Middle School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Maple Place Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple Place Middle School is 0.24, 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
#366 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
87%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Place Middle School's ranking?
Maple Place Middle School is ranked #366 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Maple Place Middle School often compared to?
Maple Place Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Township Middle School South, Southern Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Maple Place Middle School?
256 students attend Maple Place Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Maple Place Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Place Middle School?
Maple Place Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maple Place Middle School offer ?
Maple Place Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Place Middle School part of?
Maple Place Middle School is part of Oceanport School District.
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