Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Cresskill Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cresskill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cresskill Middle School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Cresskill Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cresskill Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cresskill Middle School's ranking?
Cresskill Middle School is ranked #485 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Cresskill Middle School often compared to?
Cresskill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tenafly Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Cresskill Middle School?
413 students attend Cresskill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cresskill Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cresskill Middle School?
Cresskill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cresskill Middle School offer ?
Cresskill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cresskill Middle School part of?
Cresskill Middle School is part of Cresskill Public School District.
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