Serving 596 students in grades 6-8, Glenfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Glenfield Middle School's student population of 596 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenfield Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#770 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
28%
15%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenfield Middle School's ranking?
Glenfield Middle School is ranked #770 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Glenfield Middle School often compared to?
Glenfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buzz Aldrin Middle School, Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Glenfield Middle School?
596 students attend Glenfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Glenfield Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenfield Middle School?
Glenfield Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glenfield Middle School offer ?
Glenfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glenfield Middle School part of?
Glenfield Middle School is part of Montclair Public School District.
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