Serving 410 students in grades 6-8, Branchburg Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branchburg Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Branchburg Central Middle School's student population of 410 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Branchburg Central Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branchburg Central Middle School is 0.51, 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
#352 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
11%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branchburg Central Middle School's ranking?
Branchburg Central Middle School is ranked #352 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Branchburg Central Middle School often compared to?
Branchburg Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stony Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Branchburg Central Middle School?
410 students attend Branchburg Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Branchburg Central Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Branchburg Central Middle School?
Branchburg Central Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Branchburg Central Middle School offer ?
Branchburg Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Branchburg Central Middle School part of?
Branchburg Central Middle School is part of Branchburg Township School District.
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