Excellent
#236 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 10% in state
Demarest Middle School
Middle School · Demarest School District
568 PIERMONT RD, Demarest, NJ 07627
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#236 of 2,466
In Demarest
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Demarest School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Demarest Middle School
Demarest Middle School is a public middle school in Demarest, NJ, part of Demarest School District. Demarest Middle School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Demarest Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Demarest Middle School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Demarest 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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Demarest Middle School — Students at Demarest Middle School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 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: 7.3/10.
How Demarest Middle School Compares
See how Demarest Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
568 PIERMONT RD, Demarest, NJ 07627
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Demarest Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cresskill Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cresskill), with a very similar rating. Another option is Tenafly Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tenakill Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Closter), a more accessible option. For more schools in Demarest, see our Demarest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| County Road School Demarest | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Hillside Elementary School Closter | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest Demarest | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology Paramus | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY INC. Closter | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Merritt Memorial Cresskill | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Tenakill Middle School Closter | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ACADEMY OF THE HOLY ANGELS Demarest | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Haworth Public School Haworth | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Ralph S Maugham School Tenafly | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| TENAFLY CHABAD ACADEMY Tenafly | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Tenafly Middle School Tenafly | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,078
Median Home Value
$965,400
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
4,916
College Educated
74.7%
Homeownership
89.7%
Avg Commute
40.5 min
Poverty Rate
0.8%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community Middle School Bound Brook, NJ | 8.4 |
| 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 |
| Roosevelt Middle School W. Orange, NJ | 8.2 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch, NJ | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Demarest Middle School
What grades does Demarest Middle School serve?
Demarest Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Demarest Middle School?
Demarest Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Demarest Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Demarest Middle School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Demarest Middle School rank in NJ?
Demarest Middle School ranks #236 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Demarest Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Demarest Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Demarest Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Demarest Middle School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Demarest Middle School a charter school?
No, Demarest Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Demarest Middle School a Title I school?
No, Demarest Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Demarest Middle School?
0.9% of students at Demarest 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.8%
- Phone
- (201) 768-6060
Resources & Links
District
Demarest School District- District Enrollment
- 767
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,991
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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