Serving 685 students in grades 7-8, Belleville 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 11% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belleville Middle School's student population of 685 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belleville 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 Belleville Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1515 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
72%
32%
Black
9%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Belleville Middle School's ranking?
Belleville Middle School is ranked #1515 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% 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 Belleville Middle School?
685 students attend Belleville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Belleville Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belleville Middle School?
Belleville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belleville Middle School offer ?
Belleville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Belleville Middle School part of?
Belleville Middle School is part of Belleville Public School District.
School Reviews
1 4/7/2017
Make school bigger because my son complains that there is too many students in the school
1 4/7/2017
This school is way too over crowded I've been inside and there is way more kids than 1,041
5 1/13/2017
This school sounds awesome and educational!
2 12/28/2015
Student to teacher ratio is inaccurate. Classrooms are over crowded and teachers aren't able to teach efficiently. Parents have to provide all of the supplies and re-teach their kids at home because the teacher is unable to assist them while they're in school. The time frame for school lunch is non existent because they spend the majority of lunch waiting on line. Leaving your child hungry and unable to concentrate. They emphasize the importance of being on time to class and have them running from floor to floor in order to get to their next period. They have a ridiculous grading method now where they are setting these children up for failure. If you do not believe this just ask any of the parents you come across. They will be more than happy to tell you the truth.
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