Serving 359 students in grades 5-8, Demarest Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Demarest Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Demarest, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demarest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Demarest Middle School's student population of 359 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today. Leaders Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Demarest Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Demarest 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
#113 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
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)5.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demarest Middle School's ranking?
Demarest Middle School is ranked #113 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Demarest Middle School often compared to?
Demarest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tenafly Middle School, Tenakill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Demarest Middle School?
359 students attend Demarest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Demarest Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demarest Middle School?
Demarest Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Demarest Middle School offer ?
Demarest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demarest Middle School part of?
Demarest Middle School is part of Demarest School District.
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