School Overview
David E. Owens Middle School, located in New Milford, New Jersey, serves as the primary middle school for the local community, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As a central part of the New Milford School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically challenging environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school places a strong emphasis on developing both the intellectual and social-emotional growth of its students, encouraging them to become active participants in their own learning process.

Beyond its core curriculum, David E. Owens Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs intended to provide students with a well-rounded educational experience. The school culture emphasizes community, character building, and the development of interpersonal skills, aiming to prepare students for future success in the New Milford high school system. Through a combination of academic instruction and student-centered support, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that meets the diverse needs of its middle-level learners.
523
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for David E. Owens Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White218
Hispanic162
Black37
Asian90
Two or More4
Pacific Islander12
  • White
    218 (41.7%)
  • Hispanic
    162 (31.0%)
  • Asian
    90 (17.2%)
  • Black
    37 (7.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    12 (2.3%)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.8%)
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: New Milford Public School District
Phone: (201)265-8661
Website: http://www.nmpsd.org/DEO
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 523
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 85
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 50
Grade 6 174
Grade 7 142
Grade 8 157

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for David E. Owens Middle School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten50
Grade 6174
Grade 7142
Grade 8157
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for David E. Owens Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25348.4%
Male27051.6%
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