Serving 1,347 students in grades 7-8, Bridgewater-raritan Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School's student population of 1,347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgewater-raritan 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
#445 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
19%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
43%
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
9%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgewater-raritan Middle School's ranking?
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School is ranked #445 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Bridgewater-raritan Middle School often compared to?
Bridgewater-raritan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Bridgewater-raritan Middle School?
1,347 students attend Bridgewater-raritan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bridgewater-raritan Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 19% 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 Bridgewater-raritan Middle School?
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bridgewater-raritan Middle School offer ?
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bridgewater-raritan Middle School part of?
Bridgewater-raritan Middle School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
I graduated from BRMS in 2002. At the time, the school and the district were undergoing renovations to accommodate the bulging class sizes. Academically, the school was very strong, and many of the students were eager to learn. The administration was also strong, and the many of the parents re-enforced the value of an education to their children. This produced a positive environment conducive to learning. As a teacher, I would consider anyone able to land at BRMS extremely lucky!
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