Serving 1,281 students in grades 6-8, New Brunswick Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Brunswick Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Brunswick Middle School's student population of 1,281 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Brunswick Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Brunswick Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2046 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
95%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 New Brunswick Middle School's ranking?
New Brunswick Middle School is ranked #2046 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are New Brunswick Middle School often compared to?
New Brunswick Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend New Brunswick Middle School?
1,281 students attend New Brunswick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of New Brunswick Middle School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Brunswick Middle School?
New Brunswick Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Brunswick Middle School offer ?
New Brunswick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Brunswick Middle School part of?
New Brunswick Middle School is part of New Brunswick School District.
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