Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, East Hanover Middle 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 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hanover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Hanover Middle School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Hanover 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 East Hanover Middle School is 0.47, 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
#509 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hanover Middle School's ranking?
East Hanover Middle School is ranked #509 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Hanover Middle School?
296 students attend East Hanover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Hanover Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hanover Middle School?
East Hanover Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Hanover Middle School offer ?
East Hanover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Hanover Middle School part of?
East Hanover Middle School is part of East Hanover Township School District.
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