Serving 500 students in grades 5-8, West Brook 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 48% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Brook Middle School serves a central area in Paramus, NJ, covering approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Brook Middle School's student population of 500 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be West Brook!
School Rankings
West Brook 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 West Brook Middle School is 0.69, 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
#866 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Brook Middle School's ranking?
West Brook Middle School is ranked #866 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Brook Middle School often compared to?
West Brook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Brook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 West Brook Middle School?
500 students attend West Brook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Brook Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Brook Middle School?
West Brook Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Brook Middle School offer ?
West Brook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Brook Middle School part of?
West Brook Middle School is part of Paramus Public School District.
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