Serving 325 students in grades 5-8, Demarest Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demarest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Demarest Middle School's student population of 325 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Demarest Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Demarest Middle School is 0.56, 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
#152 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
7%
33%
Black
1%
15%
White
60%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demarest Middle School's ranking?
Demarest Middle School is ranked #152 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Demarest Middle School?
325 students attend Demarest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Demarest Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Demarest Middle School?
Demarest Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Demarest Middle School offer ?
Demarest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Demarest Middle School part of?
Demarest Middle School is part of Demarest School District.
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