Serving 634 students in grades 6-8, Schuyler Colfax Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schuyler Colfax Middle School's student population of 634 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Schuyler Colfax Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schuyler Colfax Middle School is 0.48, 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
#495 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
70%
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
4%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
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 Schuyler Colfax Middle School's ranking?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School is ranked #495 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Schuyler Colfax Middle School often compared to?
Schuyler Colfax Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony Wayne Middle School, George Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Schuyler Colfax Middle School?
634 students attend Schuyler Colfax Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Schuyler Colfax Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schuyler Colfax Middle School?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Schuyler Colfax Middle School offer ?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Schuyler Colfax Middle School part of?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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