What grades does Penns Grove Middle School serve?

Penns Grove Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the PENNS GROVE area.

Where is Penns Grove Middle School located?

Penns Grove Middle School is a urban school in PENNS GROVE, NJ.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Penns Grove Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Penns Grove Middle School is 11.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in PENNS GROVE, NJ?

Schools in PENNS GROVE include Penns Grove Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the PENNS GROVE area.

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Penns Grove Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|PENNS GROVE, New Jersey|Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District

PENNS GROVE, NJ 08069

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Tue

Teachers' In-Service DayStaff Day

Sep

Tue

Teachers' In-Service DayStaff Day

Sep

Thu

First Day of SchoolEvent

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Thu

First Day of SchoolEvent

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Mon

Labor Day - Schools ClosedHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Mon

Labor Day - Schools ClosedHoliday

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

465

Student:Teacher

11.9:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

77.2%

Phone

(856)299-0576

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

24%

10th percentile in NJ

Math Proficiency

12th percentile in NJ

Chronic Absenteeism

9.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

47 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.3:1

Near average in NJ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

516

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$24,327

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$14,897

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$29,313

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 68%Local 20%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$376,063

+2.6% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Philadelphia, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.6%

Below 150% poverty line

8.2%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Uninsured residents

10.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

435

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

391

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

84%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

137 (35%)

Speech/Language Impairment

78 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

39 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

35 (9%)

Autism

32 (8%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

452

Current enrollment

Stable(-9% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Sep 1, 2026

Teachers' In-Service Day

Staff Day

Tue, Sep 1, 2026

Teachers' In-Service Day

Staff Day

Thu, Sep 3, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Teachers' In-Service Day	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Teachers' In-Service Day	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	First Day of School	Event	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	First Day of School	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus/Indigenous People's Day - Schools Closed	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus/Indigenous People's Day - Schools Closed	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Penns Grove C&I District Book Drive	Event	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Staff In-Service - No school for students	Event	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Staff In-Service - No school for students	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	NJEA Convention - Schools Closed	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	NJEA Convention - Schools Closed	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Veteran's Day Observed - Schools Closed	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Veteran's Day Observed - Schools Closed	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's Day Holiday - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's Day Holiday - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Staff In-Service - Schools Closed for students	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Staff In-Service - Schools Closed for students	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Schools Closed	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Schools Closed	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	President's weekend - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	President's weekend - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's weekend - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's weekend - Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	County In-Service - No students	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	County In-Service - No students	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Recess - Schools Closed	Break	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	Penns Grove C&I District Book Drive	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	Penns Grove H.S. - Wellness Event	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	Penns Grove H.S. - Wellness Event	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	Penns Grove C&I District Book Drive	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day-Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day-Schools Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Last Day for students	Event	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Last Day for students	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth observed - Schools Closed	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth observed - Schools Closed	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Penns Grove Middle School

Penns Grove Middle School has a total enrollment of 465 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in PENNS GROVE, NJ.