Serving 458 students in grades 6-8, Branchburg Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Branchburg Central Middle School's attendance zone, covering the entire school district, is located in Somerville, NJ, and encompasses approximately 20.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branchburg Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Branchburg Central Middle School's student population of 458 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Branchburg Central Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branchburg Central Middle School is 0.56, 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
#389 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branchburg Central Middle School's ranking?
Branchburg Central Middle School is ranked #389 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Branchburg Central Middle School often compared to?
Branchburg Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stony Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Branchburg Central Middle School?
458 students attend Branchburg Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Branchburg Central Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branchburg Central Middle School?
Branchburg Central Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Branchburg Central Middle School offer ?
Branchburg Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Branchburg Central Middle School part of?
Branchburg Central Middle School is part of Branchburg Township School District.
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