Serving 140 students in grades 5-8, High Bridge 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 30-34% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Bridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
High Bridge Middle School's student population of 140 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Bridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Bridge Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Bridge Middle School's ranking?
High Bridge Middle School is ranked #522 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are High Bridge Middle School often compared to?
High Bridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Township Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend High Bridge Middle School?
140 students attend High Bridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of High Bridge Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Bridge Middle School?
High Bridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does High Bridge Middle School offer ?
High Bridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is High Bridge Middle School part of?
High Bridge Middle School is part of High Bridge Borough School District.
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