Serving 475 students in grades 5-8, Hackettstown Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 29% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hackettstown Middle School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hackettstown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hackettstown 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
56%
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
25%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hackettstown Middle School's ranking?
Hackettstown Middle School is ranked #977 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hackettstown Middle School often compared to?
Hackettstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allamuchy Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hackettstown Middle School?
475 students attend Hackettstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hackettstown Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hackettstown Middle School?
Hackettstown Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hackettstown Middle School offer ?
Hackettstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Hackettstown Middle School part of?
Hackettstown Middle School is part of Hackettstown Public School District.
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