Serving 2,080 students in grades 7-9, Churchill Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 2,080 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Churchill Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire East Brunswick school district, covering approximately 22.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Churchill Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Churchill Junior High School's student population of 2,080 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,080 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Churchill Junior High 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 Churchill Junior High School is 0.68, 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
#585 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
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
43%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Churchill Junior High School's ranking?
Churchill Junior High School is ranked #585 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Churchill Junior High School often compared to?
Churchill Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Churchill Junior High School?
2,080 students attend Churchill Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Churchill Junior High School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Churchill Junior High School?
Churchill Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Churchill Junior High School offer ?
Churchill Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Churchill Junior High School part of?
Churchill Junior High School is part of East Brunswick Township School District.
School Reviews
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