Serving 2,002 students in grades 7-9, Churchill Junior High 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 44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 51% 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: 7-9
- Enrollment: 2,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Churchill Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Churchill Junior High School's student population of 2,002 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
2,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Churchill Junior High 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 Churchill Junior High School is 0.65, 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
#642 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
11%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
49%
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
15%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Churchill Junior High School's ranking?
Churchill Junior High School is ranked #642 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Churchill Junior High School often compared to?
Churchill Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Churchill Junior High School?
2,002 students attend Churchill Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Churchill Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Churchill Junior High School?
Churchill Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Churchill Junior High School offer ?
Churchill Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Churchill Junior High School part of?
Churchill Junior High School is part of East Brunswick Township School District.
School Reviews
5 1/19/2016
I LOVE THIS SCHOOL IT IS THE BEST. THEY HAVE THE BEST SCHOOL TEACHERS EVER. LIKE MS.LORENZO AND MR.SEGALL(THE SUB)
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