Serving 1,275 students in grades 6-7, Hammarskjold Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 1,275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammarskjold Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hammarskjold Middle School's student population of 1,275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
1,275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hammarskjold 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 Hammarskjold Middle School is 0.66, 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
#565 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
48%
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
13%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Hammarskjold Middle School's ranking?
Hammarskjold Middle School is ranked #565 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hammarskjold Middle School often compared to?
Hammarskjold Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchill Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hammarskjold Middle School?
1,275 students attend Hammarskjold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hammarskjold Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammarskjold Middle School?
Hammarskjold Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hammarskjold Middle School offer ?
Hammarskjold Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Hammarskjold Middle School part of?
Hammarskjold Middle School is part of East Brunswick Township School District.
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