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Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School

Middle School · Jamesburg Public School District

13 AUGUSTA ST, Jamesburg, NJ 08831

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,251 of 2,466

In Jamesburg

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Jamesburg Public School District

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School

6.4/10

Middle School in Jamesburg · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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5.6/10

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About Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School

Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School is a public middle school in Jamesburg, NJ, part of Jamesburg Public School District. Grace M.

Breckwedel Middle School serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,251 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,111
Chronic Absenteeism7.4%

Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School — Students at Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
35.6%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
39%
ELA
37.8%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School Compares

See how Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

Location

13 AUGUSTA ST, Jamesburg, NJ 08831

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Monroe Township Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Monroe Township), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spotswood Memorial Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Spotswood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jamesburg, see our Jamesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Jamesburg 0.3 mi 4.7
Monroe Township High School Monroe Township 1.7 mi 5.6
Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp 1.5 mi 6.5
Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township 1.6 mi 6.4
Academy Learning Center Monroe Township 1.4 mi 5.9
Monroe Township Middle School Monroe Township 2.0 mi 7.8
HOP TO IT Monroe Township 2.9 mi
Woodland School Monroe Township 3.1 mi 7.7
Hatikvah International Academy Charter School East Brunswick 3.9 mi 6.2
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Spotswood 3.5 mi 5.6
Mill Lake Monroe Twp 3.2 mi 5.6
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood 3.8 mi 3.7
Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp 4.3 mi 6.8
Spotswood High School Spotswood 4.1 mi 5.9
Oak Tree Elementary School Monroe Township 4.4 mi 6.7
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 4.2 mi 5.2
MELAMED ACADEMY East Brunswick 4.8 mi 4.3
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 4.3 mi 4.1
Warnsdorfer Elementary School East Brunswick 4.8 mi 6.0
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 4.5 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08831 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,741

Median Home Value

$489,700

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

54,608

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

89.6%

Avg Commute

39.7 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

54.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School

What grades does Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School serve?

Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School?

Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School rank in NJ?

Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School ranks #1,251 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School a charter school?

No, Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School a Title I school?

No, Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School?

60.7% of students at Grace M. Breckwedel 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

District

Jamesburg Public School District
District Enrollment
707
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,111
District Rank
#1 of 2

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