Serving 984 students in grades 6-8, William C. Mcginnis 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 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William C. McGinnis Middle School serves the southern part of Perth Amboy, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with most living about 1 mile from the school's edge and the furthest edge being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
William C. Mcginnis Middle School's student population of 984 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
984 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
William C. Mcginnis 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 William C. Mcginnis Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1997 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
97%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 William C. Mcginnis Middle School's ranking?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School is ranked #1997 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William C. Mcginnis Middle School?
984 students attend William C. Mcginnis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of William C. Mcginnis Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William C. Mcginnis Middle School?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William C. Mcginnis Middle School offer ?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William C. Mcginnis Middle School part of?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
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