Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Readington Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Readington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Readington Middle School's student population of 486 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Readington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Readington Middle School is 0.41, 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
#703 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
76%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Readington Middle School's ranking?
Readington Middle School is ranked #703 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Readington Middle School often compared to?
Readington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Township 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 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Readington Middle School?
486 students attend Readington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Readington Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Readington Middle School?
Readington Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Readington Middle School offer ?
Readington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Readington Middle School part of?
Readington Middle School is part of Readington Township School District.
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