Middlesex Borough School District
School District · Middlesex, New Jersey
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,484
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,484
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Evaluating Middlesex Borough School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Middlesex Borough School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Parker Elementary School
Middlesex · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Von E. Mauger Middle School
Middlesex · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Middlesex High School
Middlesex · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#362 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.2
below New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$23,484
$2,125 vs New Jersey median
District size
2,095 students
Typical than New Jersey median
The short answer
Middlesex Borough School District ranks #362 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Middlesex Borough School District's schools with real test data average 5.2/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Parker Elementary School (7.7/10), Von E. Mauger Middle School (6.5/10), and Middlesex High School (6.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Middlesex Borough School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parker Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Von E. Mauger Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Middlesex High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Watchung Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Woodland Intermediate School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Hazelwood Elementary School | 2.4 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Middlesex Borough School District
Middlesex Borough School District is a Middlesex, New Jersey school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,095 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. The district invests $23,484 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.2/10, Middlesex Borough School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Parker Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Middlesex Borough School District students show an average math proficiency of 55.4% and ELA proficiency of 58.9%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Middlesex Borough School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Middlesex Borough School District with test data.
Schools in Middlesex Borough School District
6 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Middlesex
- Total Enrollment
- 2,095
- Teachers (FTE)
- 176
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Middlesex Borough School District?
Middlesex Borough School District has 6 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Middlesex Borough School District?
The average composite rating for Middlesex Borough School District is 5.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Middlesex Borough School District?
Middlesex Borough School District spends $23,484 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Middlesex Borough School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Middlesex Borough School District is 11.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Middlesex Borough School District?
Parker Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Middlesex Borough School District with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Middlesex Borough School District?
Across schools in Middlesex Borough School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 55.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 58.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Middlesex Borough School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Middlesex Borough School District has an average school rating of 5.2/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 55.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 58.9%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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