Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Anthony Wayne 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 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anthony Wayne Middle School serves the eastern part of Wayne, NJ, covering an area of approximately 8.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anthony Wayne Middle School's student population of 617 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
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School Rankings
Anthony Wayne Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthony Wayne Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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Asian
12%
11%
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Hispanic
18%
35%
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Black
2%
14%
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White
64%
37%
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Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Wayne Middle School's ranking?
Anthony Wayne Middle School is ranked #598 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Anthony Wayne Middle School often compared to?
Anthony Wayne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Middle School, Schuyler Colfax Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Anthony Wayne Middle School?
617 students attend Anthony Wayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Anthony Wayne Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony Wayne Middle School?
Anthony Wayne Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anthony Wayne Middle School offer ?
Anthony Wayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anthony Wayne Middle School part of?
Anthony Wayne Middle School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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