Crossroads South Middle School

195 Major Road
Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
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Top 20%
Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-8, Crossroads South Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,016 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Top 20% in NJ
  • : 40% (Top 30%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Crossroads South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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School Overview

Crossroads South Middle School's student population of 1,016 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,016 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
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School Rankings

Crossroads South Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossroads South Middle School is 0.57, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NJ)
#418 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
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40%
26%
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62%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
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Asian
62%
10%
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Hispanic
9%
32%
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Black
7%
15%
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White
20%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.57
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crossroads South Middle School's ranking?
Crossroads South Middle School is ranked #418 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Crossroads South Middle School often compared to?
Crossroads South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Crossroads South Middle School?
1,016 students attend Crossroads South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Crossroads South Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crossroads South Middle School?
Crossroads South Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crossroads South Middle School offer ?
Crossroads South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crossroads South Middle School part of?
Crossroads South Middle School is part of South Brunswick School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,016 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 40% (Top 30%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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