Serving 559 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 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (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 559 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Avenel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1686 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
32%
34%
Black
22%
14%
White
28%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avenel Middle School's ranking?
Avenel Middle School is ranked #1686 out of 2,184 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Avenel Middle School?
559 students attend Avenel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Avenel Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 7:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avenel Middle School part of?
Avenel Middle School is part of Woodbridge Township School District.
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