Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Spotswood Memorial Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower 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 37% 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: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spotswood Memorial Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles in Spotswood, NJ. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spotswood Memorial Middle School's student population of 269 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
Spotswood Memorial 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 Spotswood Memorial Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1321 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
63%
37%
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Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spotswood Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Spotswood Memorial Middle School is ranked #1321 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Spotswood Memorial Middle School?
269 students attend Spotswood Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Spotswood Memorial Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spotswood Memorial Middle School?
Spotswood Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spotswood Memorial Middle School offer ?
Spotswood Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spotswood Memorial Middle School part of?
Spotswood Memorial Middle School is part of Spotswood Public School District.
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