Serving 1,014 students in grades 7-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 49% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 1,014 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.61, 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
#284 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
51%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #284 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Rock Middle School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
1,014 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Heritage Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 5% 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 Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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