Serving 879 students in grades 6-8, Jonas Salk Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonas Salk Middle School's student population of 879 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jonas Salk 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 Jonas Salk Middle School is 0.60, 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
#974 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
60%
38%
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
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonas Salk Middle School's ranking?
Jonas Salk Middle School is ranked #974 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jonas Salk Middle School often compared to?
Jonas Salk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Sandburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jonas Salk Middle School?
879 students attend Jonas Salk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jonas Salk Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonas Salk Middle School?
Jonas Salk Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jonas Salk Middle School offer ?
Jonas Salk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jonas Salk Middle School part of?
Jonas Salk Middle School is part of Old Bridge Township School District.
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