Serving 553 students in grades 7-8, South Plainfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Plainfield Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of South Plainfield, NJ, covering approximately 8.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Plainfield Middle School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
South Plainfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Plainfield Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Black
11%
14%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Plainfield Middle School's ranking?
South Plainfield Middle School is ranked #924 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are South Plainfield Middle School often compared to?
South Plainfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend South Plainfield Middle School?
553 students attend South Plainfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of South Plainfield Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Plainfield Middle School?
South Plainfield Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Plainfield Middle School offer ?
South Plainfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Plainfield Middle School part of?
South Plainfield Middle School is part of South Plainfield School District.
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