Serving 721 students in grades 6-8, Maxson 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 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maxson Middle School's student population of 721 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maxson 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 Maxson Middle School is 0.29, 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
#2051 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
83%
35%
Black
15%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxson Middle School's ranking?
Maxson Middle School is ranked #2051 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Maxson Middle School?
721 students attend Maxson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Maxson Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maxson Middle School?
Maxson Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maxson Middle School offer ?
Maxson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maxson Middle School part of?
Maxson Middle School is part of Plainfield Public School District.
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