Serving 789 students in grades 6-8, Gilmore J Fisher 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 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilmore J Fisher Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Trenton, NJ, covering approximately 15.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum reach of 3.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmore J Fisher Middle 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
#1795 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Gilmore J Fisher Middle School's ranking?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School is ranked #1795 out of 2,184 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Gilmore J Fisher Middle School?
789 students attend Gilmore J Fisher Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gilmore J Fisher Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilmore J Fisher Middle School?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilmore J Fisher Middle School offer ?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilmore J Fisher Middle School part of?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School is part of Ewing Township School District.
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