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#739 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 30% in state

Quibbletown Middle School

Middle School · Piscataway Township School District

99 ACADEMY STREET, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#739 of 2,466

In Piscataway

#4 of 16

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

Piscataway Township School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Quibbletown Middle School

7.3/10

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

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6.9/10

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6.6/10

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About Quibbletown Middle School

Quibbletown Middle School is a public middle school in Piscataway, NJ, part of Piscataway Township School District. Quibbletown Middle School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Quibbletown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #739 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Quibbletown Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,556
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Quibbletown Middle School — Students at Quibbletown Middle School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (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
67%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
38.9%
ELA
54.8%
2025
Math
43.5%
ELA
59.6%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Quibbletown Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Location

99 ACADEMY STREET, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quibbletown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Green Brook Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Green Brook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Theodore Schor Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lincoln Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dunellen), a more accessible option. For more schools in Piscataway, see our Piscataway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Piscataway 0.8 mi 6.9
Arbor Elementary School Piscataway 1.2 mi 6.6
Theodore Schor Middle School Piscataway 1.0 mi 6.6
John P. Faber Elementary School Dunellen 1.0 mi 6.9
PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY Dunellen 1.4 mi
Grandview Elementary School Piscataway 1.3 mi 4.7
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Piscataway 1.6 mi
Lincoln Middle School Dunellen 1.5 mi 5.9
Jefferson Elementary School Plainfield 1.7 mi 7.0
Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Plainfield 1.7 mi 6.3
Dunellen High School Dunellen 1.6 mi 4.1
Randolphville Elementary School Piscataway 1.9 mi 4.2
Clinton Elementary School Plainfield 1.8 mi 6.2
Franklin Elementary School South Plainfield 1.7 mi 8.1
Piscataway Township Schools Children's Corner Piscataway 2.0 mi 4.8
Green Brook Middle School Green Brook 2.2 mi 8.0
Piscataway Township High School Piscataway 2.1 mi 5.0
Roosevelt Elementary School South Plainfield 1.9 mi 7.3
LIL BIG ONES South Plainfield 2.1 mi
The Queen City Academy Charter School Plainfield 2.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,331

Median Home Value

$423,900

Median Rent

$1,929/mo

Population

60,405

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

33.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Maywood Avenue School Maywood, NJ 7.3
Pittsgrove Township Middle School Pittsgrove, NJ 7.3
Stonebridge Middle School Allentown, NJ 7.3
Avenel Middle School Avenel, NJ 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quibbletown Middle School

What grades does Quibbletown Middle School serve?

Quibbletown Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Quibbletown Middle School?

Quibbletown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quibbletown Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Quibbletown Middle School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quibbletown Middle School rank in NJ?

Quibbletown Middle School ranks #739 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Quibbletown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Quibbletown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Quibbletown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quibbletown Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Quibbletown Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Quibbletown Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

42.9% of students at Quibbletown 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

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