Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Hubbard 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hubbard Middle School serves the southwest part of Plainfield, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hubbard Middle School's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hubbard 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 Hubbard Middle School is 0.22, 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
#2089 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
88%
35%
Black
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hubbard Middle School's ranking?
Hubbard Middle School is ranked #2089 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hubbard Middle School often compared to?
Hubbard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, Joseph E. Soehl Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hubbard Middle School?
737 students attend Hubbard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hubbard Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hubbard Middle School?
Hubbard Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hubbard Middle School offer ?
Hubbard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hubbard Middle School part of?
Hubbard Middle School is part of Plainfield Public School District.
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