Serving 637 students in grades 6-8, Avenel 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avenel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Avenel Middle School's student population of 637 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avenel 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 Avenel Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1411 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
32%
32%
Black
20%
15%
White
29%
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
31%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avenel Middle School's ranking?
Avenel Middle School is ranked #1411 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Avenel Middle School often compared to?
Avenel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonia Middle School, Fords Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Avenel Middle School?
637 students attend Avenel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Avenel Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avenel Middle School?
Avenel Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Avenel Middle School offer ?
Avenel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Avenel Middle School part of?
Avenel Middle School is part of Woodbridge Township School District.
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