Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, Joseph R. Bolger 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 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph R. Bolger Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Keansburg, NJ, encompassing approximately 16.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 5.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph R. Bolger 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 Joseph R. Bolger Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1956 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Keansburg Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph R. Bolger Middle School's ranking?
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School is ranked #1956 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph R. Bolger Middle School?
318 students attend Joseph R. Bolger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Joseph R. Bolger Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph R. Bolger Middle School?
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph R. Bolger Middle School offer ?
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph R. Bolger Middle School part of?
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School is part of Keansburg School District.
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