School Overview
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School (MAMS), located at 469 Matawan Avenue in Cliffwood, New Jersey, serves as the primary middle-level educational institution for the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on a curriculum that emphasizes core academic rigor while fostering social and emotional growth. The facility is designed to support a diverse student body, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills in a collaborative environment.

Beyond its academic program, the school prides itself on maintaining a supportive community culture that prioritizes student well-being and active parent-teacher involvement. By utilizing modern educational tools and promoting a sense of inclusivity, MAMS aims to prepare its students to meet the challenges of the 21st century. The school serves as a cornerstone of the Cliffwood and Matawan-Aberdeen area, consistently striving to create an engaging atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential through both classroom instruction and meaningful community engagement.
835
Total Students
79.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White443
Hispanic217
Black65
Asian53
Two or More49
American Indian2
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    443 (53.1%)
  • Hispanic
    217 (26.0%)
  • Black
    65 (7.8%)
  • Asian
    53 (6.4%)
  • Two or More
    49 (5.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
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: Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District
Phone: (732)705-5400
Website: http://www.marsd.org/Domain/319
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 835
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 217
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 71
Grades Taught
Grade 6 273
Grade 7 271
Grade 8 291

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6273
Grade 7271
Grade 8291
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40748.7%
Male42751.1%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)