Serving 600 students in grades 5-8, East Brook Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 58% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Brook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Brook Middle School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Brook 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 East Brook Middle School is 0.68, 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
#587 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
10%
Hispanic
17%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 East Brook Middle School's ranking?
East Brook Middle School is ranked #587 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Brook Middle School often compared to?
East Brook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Brook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Brook Middle School?
600 students attend East Brook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of East Brook Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Brook Middle School?
East Brook Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Brook Middle School offer ?
East Brook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is East Brook Middle School part of?
East Brook Middle School is part of Paramus Public School District.
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