Serving 1,808 students in grades 5-8, Williamstown 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williamstown Middle School's student population of 1,808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamstown 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 Williamstown 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
#1324 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
17%
15%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Williamstown Middle School's ranking?
Williamstown Middle School is ranked #1324 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Williamstown Middle School often compared to?
Williamstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearview Regional Middle School, Bunker Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Williamstown Middle School?
1,808 students attend Williamstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Williamstown Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamstown Middle School?
Williamstown Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamstown Middle School offer ?
Williamstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Williamstown Middle School part of?
Williamstown Middle School is part of Monroe Township Public School District.
School Reviews
5 6/21/2010
This school has come a long way. I have been happy with the programs and the teachers. It is a big school and does offer a lot of programs that the students love.
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