Serving 304 students in grades 5-8, Green Brook Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Green Brook Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Dunellen school district, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Brook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Green Brook Middle School's student population of 304 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Green Brook Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Brook Middle School is 0.70, 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
#683 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
24%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
42%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Brook Middle School's ranking?
Green Brook Middle School is ranked #683 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Green Brook Middle School?
304 students attend Green Brook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Green Brook Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Brook Middle School?
Green Brook Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Green Brook Middle School offer ?
Green Brook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Brook Middle School part of?
Green Brook Middle School is part of Green Brook Township Public School District.
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