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Theodore Schor Middle School

Middle School · Piscataway Township School District

243 NORTH RANDOLPHVILLE RD, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Enrollment

551

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,154 of 2,466

In Piscataway

#7 of 16

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

Piscataway Township School District

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Theodore Schor Middle School

6.6/10

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

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4.7/10

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6.9/10

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About Theodore Schor Middle School

Theodore Schor Middle School is a public middle school in Piscataway, NJ, part of Piscataway Township School District. Theodore Schor Middle School serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Theodore Schor Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,154 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Theodore Schor Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,556
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

Theodore Schor Middle School — Students at Theodore Schor Middle School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (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
71%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
42.6%
ELA
58.8%
2025
Math
43.2%
ELA
60.1%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Theodore Schor Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

Location

243 NORTH RANDOLPHVILLE RD, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Theodore Schor Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Conackamack Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quibbletown Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dunellen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Piscataway, see our Piscataway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Grandview Elementary School Piscataway 0.5 mi 4.7
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Piscataway 0.7 mi 6.9
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Piscataway 0.9 mi
Piscataway Township Schools Children's Corner Piscataway 1.0 mi 4.8
John P. Faber Elementary School Dunellen 1.2 mi 6.9
Quibbletown Middle School Piscataway 1.0 mi 7.3
Piscataway Township High School Piscataway 1.2 mi 5.0
Randolphville Elementary School Piscataway 1.5 mi 4.2
Parker Elementary School Middlesex 1.6 mi 7.7
PRECIOUS MOMENTS ACADEMY Dunellen 1.9 mi
Lincoln Middle School Dunellen 1.9 mi 5.9
Dunellen High School Dunellen 1.9 mi 4.1
Conackamack Middle School Piscataway 2.1 mi 8.0
Martin Luther King Elementary School Piscataway 2.2 mi 6.8
Arbor Elementary School Piscataway 2.1 mi 6.6
Knollwood Elementary School Piscataway 2.1 mi 4.5
Middlesex High School Middlesex 2.0 mi 6.4
AN-NOOR ACADEMY Piscataway 2.4 mi 6.9
Jefferson Elementary School Plainfield 2.4 mi 7.0
Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Plainfield 2.4 mi 6.3

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

School Rating
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School Bellmawr, NJ 6.6
Central Regional Middle School Bayville, NJ 6.6
Dwight D. Eisenhower School Freehold, NJ 6.6
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus Somerset, NJ 6.6
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School Mantua, NJ 6.6
Jordan Road Elementary School Somers Point, NJ 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Theodore Schor Middle School

What grades does Theodore Schor Middle School serve?

Theodore Schor Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Theodore Schor Middle School?

Theodore Schor Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Theodore Schor Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Theodore Schor Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Theodore Schor Middle School rank in NJ?

Theodore Schor Middle School ranks #1,154 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Theodore Schor Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Theodore Schor Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Theodore Schor Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Theodore Schor Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Theodore Schor Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Theodore Schor Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

40.8% of students at Theodore Schor 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

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