Serving 1,335 students in grades 6-8, Sayreville Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayreville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sayreville Middle School's student population of 1,335 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
School Rankings
Sayreville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sayreville Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1188 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
15%
15%
White
38%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Sayreville Middle School's ranking?
Sayreville Middle School is ranked #1188 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Sayreville Middle School often compared to?
Sayreville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Sandburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sayreville Middle School?
1,335 students attend Sayreville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sayreville Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sayreville Middle School?
Sayreville Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sayreville Middle School offer ?
Sayreville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sayreville Middle School part of?
Sayreville Middle School is part of Sayreville School District.
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