Serving 1,009 students in grades 6-8, John Adams Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Adams Middle School's student population of 1,009 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Adams Middle School is 0.24, 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
#103 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
87%
10%
Hispanic
4%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
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 John Adams Middle School's ranking?
John Adams Middle School is ranked #103 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are John Adams Middle School often compared to?
John Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend John Adams Middle School?
1,009 students attend John Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of John Adams Middle School students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Adams Middle School?
John Adams Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Adams Middle School offer ?
John Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Adams Middle School part of?
John Adams Middle School is part of Edison Township School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
The Academics Here are Amazing. Teachers really care for the children. Fitting in wont be a problem. Academics here are both Rigorous and Joyful
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