Serving 291 students in grades 6-8, Sussex 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sussex Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sussex, NJ, encompassing approximately 68.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sussex Middle School's student population of 291 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Sussex 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 Sussex Middle School is 0.35, 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
#1372 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sussex Middle School's ranking?
Sussex Middle School is ranked #1372 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sussex Middle School?
291 students attend Sussex Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Sussex Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sussex Middle School?
Sussex Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sussex Middle School offer ?
Sussex Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sussex Middle School part of?
Sussex Middle School is part of Sussex-Wantage Regional School District.
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