Serving 338 students in grades 6-8, Sojourner Truth 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sojourner Truth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sojourner Truth Middle School's student population of 338 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sojourner Truth 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 Sojourner Truth Middle School is 0.25, 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
#2164 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
86%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Sojourner Truth Middle School's ranking?
Sojourner Truth Middle School is ranked #2164 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sojourner Truth Middle School?
338 students attend Sojourner Truth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sojourner Truth Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sojourner Truth Middle School?
Sojourner Truth Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sojourner Truth Middle School offer ?
Sojourner Truth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sojourner Truth Middle School part of?
Sojourner Truth Middle School is part of East Orange School District.
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