Serving 455 students in grades 7-8, William R. Satz School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William R. Satz School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
William R. Satz School's student population of 455 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Motto
Innovation and Elevation: A Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
William R. Satz School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William R. Satz School is 0.52, 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
#452 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
66%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Holmdel Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William R. Satz School's ranking?
William R. Satz School is ranked #452 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are William R. Satz School often compared to?
William R. Satz Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson Middle School, Thorne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William R. Satz School?
455 students attend William R. Satz School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of William R. Satz School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William R. Satz School?
William R. Satz School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William R. Satz School offer ?
William R. Satz School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William R. Satz School part of?
William R. Satz School is part of Holmdel Township School District.
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