For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 769 students in Metuchen, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in Metuchen, NJ is Edgar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metuchen, NJ public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in Metuchen have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Metuchen, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edgar Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
49 Brunswick Avenue
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8770
Metuchen, NJ 08840
(732) 321-8770
Gr: 5-8 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Metuchen, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Metuchen, NJ include Edgar Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Metuchen?
1 public middle schools are located in Metuchen.
What is the racial composition of students in Metuchen?
Metuchen public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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