Copeland Middle School

100 Lake Shore Drive
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 856 students in grades 6-8, Copeland Middle School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 856 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50% in NJ
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Copeland Middle School's student population of 856 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
856 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
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School Rankings

Copeland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Copeland Middle School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1002 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Copeland Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
31%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Copeland Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
61%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Copeland Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
17%
23%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Copeland Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
8%
10%
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Hispanic
28%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Copeland Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
5%
15%
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White
55%
38%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Copeland Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New Jersey.
0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of Copeland Middle School and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Copeland Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Copeland Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Copeland Middle School's ranking?
Copeland Middle School is ranked #1002 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Copeland Middle School often compared to?
Copeland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Meadows Regional Middle School, Long Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Copeland Middle School?
856 students attend Copeland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Copeland Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copeland Middle School?
Copeland Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Copeland Middle School offer ?
Copeland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Copeland Middle School part of?
Copeland Middle School is part of Rockaway Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Copeland Middle School located?
Copeland Middle School is located in the White Meadow Lake neighborhood of Rockaway, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in White Meadow Lake.

School Reviews

5   9/17/2020
We went to live online classes immediately because we were ready for it. I talk to people all over the country and everyone had either no school or asynchronous online with no or little teacher contact. We taught live classes every day. Now we're learning a hybrid schedule. This is a forward leaning school which is ahead of nearly anyone.
- Posted by Teacher - Bandersnatch
1   5/21/2020
Horrible school disgusting behavior by staff & principal. I quit because I was being ridiculed about my weight I'm surprised this school has not been shutdown yet.
- Posted by Teacher - Mr Trip
2   3/30/2020
It's not that bad of a school, but it has a lot of problems and everyone knows it. They try to make an end to bad things but never really do and they seem to be robbing you of your money. (clubs each are $30)
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Nope
3   11/2/2018
Great stats but what about the problem of bullying and faculty fearful of addressing the problem with the "BULLIES"
- Posted by Parent - JJ

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 856 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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