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#376 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 15% in state

Green Brook Middle School

Middle School · Green Brook Township Public School District

132 Jefferson Avenue, Green Brook, NJ 08812

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#376 of 2,466

In Green Brook

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Green Brook Township Public School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Green Brook Middle School

8.0/10

Middle School in Green Brook · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Green Brook Middle School

Green Brook Middle School is a public middle school in Green Brook, NJ, part of Green Brook Township Public School District. Green Brook Middle School serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Brook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Green Brook Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Green Brook 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,678
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Green Brook Middle School — Students at Green Brook Middle School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 47 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
92%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
54.6%
ELA
51.1%
2025
Math
54.1%
ELA
59.9%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Green Brook Middle School Compares

See how Green Brook Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Location

132 Jefferson Avenue, Green Brook, NJ 08812

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Brook Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Plainfield Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby North Plainfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is Quibbletown Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Piscataway), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Valley View School (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Watchung), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Green Brook, see our Green Brook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson Elementary School Plainfield 0.7 mi 7.0
Dunellen High School Dunellen 0.8 mi 4.1
Lincoln Middle School Dunellen 0.8 mi 5.9
Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Plainfield 0.7 mi 6.3
PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY Dunellen 0.8 mi
THE GIVING NEST PRESCHOOL North Plainfield 0.7 mi
Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School Green Brook 0.7 mi 9.1
West End School North Plainfield 1.1 mi 7.3
SUNDANCE SCHOOL North Plainfield 1.2 mi 6.4
John P. Faber Elementary School Dunellen 1.5 mi 6.9
Arbor Elementary School Piscataway 1.3 mi 6.6
Clinton Elementary School Plainfield 1.3 mi 6.2
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Warren 1.6 mi
North Plainfield High School North Plainfield 1.9 mi 4.8
Parker Elementary School Middlesex 2.0 mi 7.7
North Plainfield Middle School North Plainfield 1.9 mi 8.2
Quibbletown Middle School Piscataway 2.2 mi 7.3
Stony Brook School North Plainfield 2.0 mi 6.3
Valley View School Watchung 2.4 mi 7.3
Washington Community School Plainfield 1.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08812 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,534

Median Home Value

$435,300

Median Rent

$1,557/mo

Population

14,177

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

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Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains, NJ 8.0
Somerville Middle School Somerville, NJ 8.0
Upper Township Middle School Petersburg, NJ 8.0
Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School Wharton, NJ 7.9
Briarcliff Middle School Mountain Lakes, NJ 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Brook Middle School

What grades does Green Brook Middle School serve?

Green Brook Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Green Brook Middle School?

Green Brook Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Brook Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Brook 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 Green Brook Middle School rank in NJ?

Green Brook Middle School ranks #376 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Green Brook Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Brook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Green Brook Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Brook Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Green Brook Middle School a charter school?

No, Green Brook Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Green Brook Middle School a Title I school?

No, Green Brook Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Brook Middle School?

17.8% of students at Green Brook 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

Green Brook Township Public School District
District Enrollment
729
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,678
District Rank
#2 of 2

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