MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH
Middletown High School South is a public high school that is part of the Middletown Township Public School District school district, located in MIDDLETOWN, NJ with about 1,457 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 118 teachers, Middletown High School South has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Middletown High School South, located at 900 Nut Swamp Road in Middletown, New Jersey, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12 within the Middletown Township Public School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum, the school offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and elective pathways designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary opportunities. The school fosters a supportive environment that encourages students to challenge themselves academically while developing the critical thinking skills necessary for future success.
Beyond its academic offerings, Middletown South is well-regarded for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school maintains a competitive athletics program—famously known as the "Eagles"—and provides numerous opportunities for student involvement through clubs, performing arts, and community service initiatives. By emphasizing a holistic approach to education, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to their community. Its location in the Nut Swamp area of Middletown serves as a central hub for student life, drawing on the collaborative spirit of the surrounding township to provide a comprehensive high school experience.
For more information, contact Middletown High School South at (732) 706-6111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MIDDLETOWN, NJ 07748-3199
(732) 706-6111
MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH is a public school in MIDDLETOWN, NJ with about 1,457 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,457
- Teachers:
- 118.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,457 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.
- White
- 91.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.8%
- Asian
- 1.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.4%
- Two or more races
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 52.0%
- Male
- 48.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.