Serving 739 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Middlesex County Stem Charter 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middlesex County Stem Charter School's student population of 739 students has grown by 175% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 158% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Middlesex County Stem Charter 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 Middlesex County Stem Charter School is 0.40, 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
#1576 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
76%
35%
Black
15%
14%
White
4%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middlesex County Stem Charter School's ranking?
Middlesex County Stem Charter School is ranked #1576 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Middlesex County Stem Charter School?
739 students attend Middlesex County Stem Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Middlesex County Stem Charter School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middlesex County Stem Charter School?
Middlesex County Stem Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middlesex County Stem Charter School offer ?
Middlesex County Stem Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middlesex County Stem Charter School part of?
Middlesex County Stem Charter School is part of Middlesex County STEM Charter School District.
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