Serving 655 students in grades 6-8, Westwood Regional Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westwood Regional Middle School's student population of 655 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwood Regional 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 Westwood Regional Middle School is 0.46, 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
#635 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
19%
33%
Black
2%
15%
White
71%
39%
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
8%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Regional Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Regional Middle School is ranked #635 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Westwood Regional Middle School?
655 students attend Westwood Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Westwood Regional Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Regional Middle School?
Westwood Regional Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westwood Regional Middle School offer ?
Westwood Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westwood Regional Middle School part of?
Westwood Regional Middle School is part of Westwood Regional School District.
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