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William C. Mcginnis Middle School
Middle School · Perth Amboy Public School District
271 STATE STREET, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
948
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,918 of 2,466
In Perth Amboy
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
Perth Amboy Public School District
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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William C. Mcginnis Middle School
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About William C. Mcginnis Middle School
William C. Mcginnis Middle School is a public middle school in Perth Amboy, NJ, part of Perth Amboy Public School District. William C.
Mcginnis Middle School serves approximately 948 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William C. Mcginnis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,918 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for William C. Mcginnis Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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William C. Mcginnis Middle School — Students at William C. Mcginnis Middle School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How William C. Mcginnis Middle School Compares
See how William C. Mcginnis 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
271 STATE STREET, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William C. Mcginnis Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IS 34 TOTTENVILLE (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Samuel E. Shull Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Perth Amboy, see our Perth Amboy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,464
Median Home Value
$340,900
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
58,264
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William C. Mcginnis Middle School
What grades does William C. Mcginnis Middle School serve?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William C. Mcginnis Middle School?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 948 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William C. Mcginnis Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at William C. Mcginnis 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 William C. Mcginnis Middle School rank in NJ?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School ranks #1,918 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is William C. Mcginnis Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
William C. Mcginnis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 William C. Mcginnis Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William C. Mcginnis Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William C. Mcginnis Middle School a charter school?
No, William C. Mcginnis Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William C. Mcginnis Middle School a Title I school?
No, William C. Mcginnis Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William C. Mcginnis Middle School?
77.4% of students at William C. Mcginnis 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
- 948
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (732) 376-6040
Resources & Links
District
Perth Amboy Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,356
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $42,650
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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