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Westwood Regional Middle School

23 Third Avenue
Westwood, NJ 07675
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Westwood Regional 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 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 683 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 50% in NJ
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Westwood Regional Middle School's student population of 683 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Westwood Regional 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 Westwood Regional Middle School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#756 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
43%
38%
65%
49%
22%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
18%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
71%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westwood Regional Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Regional Middle School is ranked #756 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Westwood Regional Middle School?
683 students attend Westwood Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Westwood Regional Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Regional Middle School?
Westwood Regional Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westwood Regional Middle School offer ?
Westwood Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood Regional Middle School part of?
Westwood Regional Middle School is part of Westwood Regional School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 683 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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