Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Florence M. Gaudineer 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 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School's student population of 541 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
15%
15%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School often compared to?
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School, Millburn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School?
541 students attend Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School?
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School offer ?
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School part of?
Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School is part of Springfield Public School District.
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