Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, Anthony Wayne Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthony Wayne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Anthony Wayne Middle School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anthony Wayne Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthony Wayne Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Wayne Middle School's ranking?
Anthony Wayne Middle School is ranked #442 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Anthony Wayne Middle School often compared to?
Anthony Wayne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Middle School, Schuyler Colfax Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Anthony Wayne Middle School?
645 students attend Anthony Wayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Anthony Wayne Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anthony Wayne Middle School?
Anthony Wayne Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anthony Wayne Middle School offer ?
Anthony Wayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Anthony Wayne Middle School part of?
Anthony Wayne Middle School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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