Excellent
#199 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 8% in state
Community Middle School
Middle School · Bound Brook School District
120 East Second Street, Bound Brook, NJ 08805
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#199 of 2,466
In Bound Brook
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Bound Brook School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Community Middle School
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About Community Middle School
Community Middle School is a public middle school in Bound Brook, NJ, part of Bound Brook School District. Community Middle School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Community Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Community Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Community Middle School — Students at Community Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Community Middle School Compares
See how Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
120 East Second Street, Bound Brook, NJ 08805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elizabeth Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Somerset), with a comparable rating. Another option is CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Somerset), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bound Brook, see our Bound Brook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,201
Median Home Value
$393,900
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
14,153
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
46.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport, NJ | 8.4 |
| Mount Arlington Public School Mt. Arlington, NJ | 8.4 |
| Union Township Middle School Hampton, NJ | 8.4 |
| Demarest Middle School Demarest, NJ | 8.3 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch, NJ | 8.5 |
| Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights, NJ | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Middle School
What grades does Community Middle School serve?
Community Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Community Middle School?
Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Community Middle School rank in NJ?
Community Middle School ranks #199 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Community Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Community Middle School a charter school?
No, Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Middle School?
79.1% of students at Community Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (732) 852-1131
Resources & Links
District
Bound Brook School District- District Enrollment
- 2,110
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,910
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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