Helen A. Fort Middle School
608 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Helen A. Fort Middle School, located in Pemberton, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Pemberton Township School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that prioritizes student growth, social-emotional development, and college and career readiness. Through a diverse curriculum, the school aims to provide students with the foundational skills necessary to succeed in high school and beyond, while encouraging active participation in the local community.
The school places a strong emphasis on a well-rounded educational experience by balancing rigorous academics with extracurricular activities, athletics, and programs designed to build character and leadership. By leveraging partnerships between faculty, staff, parents, and community members, Helen A. Fort Middle School works to address the unique needs of its student population. Their approach focuses on creating a safe, technology-integrated learning space where students are challenged to think critically and develop the resilience needed to navigate their middle school years and future challenges.
The school places a strong emphasis on a well-rounded educational experience by balancing rigorous academics with extracurricular activities, athletics, and programs designed to build character and leadership. By leveraging partnerships between faculty, staff, parents, and community members, Helen A. Fort Middle School works to address the unique needs of its student population. Their approach focuses on creating a safe, technology-integrated learning space where students are challenged to think critically and develop the resilience needed to navigate their middle school years and future challenges.
608
Total Students
54.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 292 |
| Hispanic | 122 |
| Black | 161 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White292 (48.0 %)
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Black161 (26.5 %)
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Hispanic122 (20.1 %)
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Two or More19 (3.1 %)
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Asian7 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.7 %)
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American Indian3 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Pemberton Township School District |
| Phone: | (609)893-8141 |
| Website: | http://www.pemberton.k12.nj.us/helenfort |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 608 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 54.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 218 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 89 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
286
Grade 8
322
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 286 |
| Grade 8 | 322 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 284 | 46.7% |
| Male | 324 | 53.3% |
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