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#1478 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Janis E. Dismus Middle School
Middle School · Englewood Public School District
325 Tryon Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,478 of 2,466
In Englewood
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Englewood Public School District
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Janis E. Dismus Middle School
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About Janis E. Dismus Middle School
Janis E. Dismus Middle School is a public middle school in Englewood, NJ, part of Englewood Public School District. Janis E.
Dismus Middle School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Janis E. Dismus Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,478 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Janis E. Dismus Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Janis E. Dismus Middle School — Students at Janis E. Dismus Middle School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 4.8/10.
How Janis E. Dismus Middle School Compares
See how Janis E. Dismus Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
325 Tryon Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Janis E. Dismus Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roy W. Brown Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,398
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
29,342
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
43
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| Delran Middle School Delran, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dual Language School Fords, NJ | 6.1 |
| F. W. Holbein Middle School Mount Holly, NJ | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Janis E. Dismus Middle School
What grades does Janis E. Dismus Middle School serve?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Janis E. Dismus Middle School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Janis E. Dismus Middle School rank in NJ?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School ranks #1,478 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Janis E. Dismus Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Janis E. Dismus Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Janis E. Dismus Middle School a charter school?
No, Janis E. Dismus Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Janis E. Dismus Middle School a Title I school?
No, Janis E. Dismus Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
80.6% of students at Janis E. Dismus 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (201) 862-6005
Resources & Links
District
Englewood Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,955
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,285
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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