Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Crossroads South 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossroads South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Crossroads South Middle School's student population of 923 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Rankings
Crossroads South Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossroads South 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
#431 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
63%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
18%
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
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads South Middle School's ranking?
Crossroads South Middle School is ranked #431 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Crossroads South Middle School often compared to?
Crossroads South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Crossroads South Middle School?
923 students attend Crossroads South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Crossroads South Middle School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crossroads South Middle School?
Crossroads South Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crossroads South Middle School offer ?
Crossroads South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossroads South Middle School part of?
Crossroads South Middle School is part of South Brunswick School District.
School Reviews
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