Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Timberlane 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 54% (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 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timberlane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Timberlane Middle School's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Timberlane 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 Timberlane Middle School is 0.47, 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
#579 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
7%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberlane Middle School's ranking?
Timberlane Middle School is ranked #579 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Timberlane Middle School often compared to?
Timberlane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Middle School, Lawrence Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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 Timberlane Middle School?
780 students attend Timberlane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Timberlane Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timberlane Middle School?
Timberlane Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Timberlane Middle School offer ?
Timberlane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Timberlane Middle School part of?
Timberlane Middle School is part of Hopewell Valley Regional School District.
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