Serving 342 students in grades 7-8, Janis E. Dismus 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 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Janis E. Dismus Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Englewood, NJ, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Janis E. Dismus Middle School's student population of 342 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Janis E. Dismus 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 Janis E. Dismus Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1951 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Raiders
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Janis E. Dismus Middle School's ranking?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School is ranked #1951 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Janis E. Dismus Middle School often compared to?
Janis E. Dismus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
342 students attend Janis E. Dismus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Janis E. Dismus Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Janis E. Dismus Middle School offer ?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Janis E. Dismus Middle School part of?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School is part of Englewood Public School District.
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