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#1560 of 2,466 schools in NJ
New Brunswick Middle School
Middle School · New Brunswick School District
1125 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Enrollment
1,139
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,139
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,560 of 2,466
In New Brunswick
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
New Brunswick School District
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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New Brunswick Middle School
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About New Brunswick Middle School
New Brunswick Middle School is a public middle school in New Brunswick, NJ, part of New Brunswick School District. New Brunswick Middle School serves approximately 1,139 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Brunswick Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,560 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for New Brunswick Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at New Brunswick Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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New Brunswick Middle School — Students at New Brunswick Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 7.6/10.
How New Brunswick Middle School Compares
See how New Brunswick 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
1125 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Brunswick Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Somerset), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Linwood School (rated 5.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Brunswick, see our New Brunswick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Linwood School North Brunswick | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| North Brunswick Twp Early Childhood Center North Brunswick | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Livingston Park North Brunswick | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Greater Brunswick Charter School New Brunswick | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Mckinley Community School New Brunswick | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Parsons North Brunswick | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| New Brunswick High School New Brunswick | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| LITTLE SPRING MONTESSORI ACADEMY North Brunswick | 1.1 mi | — |
| North Brunswick Township High School North Brunswick | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Blanquita B. Valenti Community School New Brunswick | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Livingston Elementary School New Brunswick | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| New Brunswick Adult High School New Brunswick | 1.4 mi | — |
| John Adams North Brunswick | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Arthur M. Judd North Brunswick | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Hillcrest School Somerset | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts New Brunswick | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus Somerset | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Pine Grove Manor School Somerset | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School New Brunswick | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,248
Median Home Value
$316,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
56,766
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
24.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Brunswick Middle School
What grades does New Brunswick Middle School serve?
New Brunswick Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend New Brunswick Middle School?
New Brunswick Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Brunswick Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Brunswick Middle School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Brunswick Middle School rank in NJ?
New Brunswick Middle School ranks #1,560 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is New Brunswick Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Brunswick Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 New Brunswick Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Brunswick Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is New Brunswick Middle School a charter school?
No, New Brunswick Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Brunswick Middle School a Title I school?
No, New Brunswick Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Brunswick Middle School?
57.0% of students at New Brunswick 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
- 1,139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.9%
- Phone
- (732) 745-5300
Resources & Links
District
New Brunswick School District- District Enrollment
- 9,443
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,323
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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