Serving 1,744 students in grades 5-8, Williamstown 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 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williamstown Middle School's student population of 1,744 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 152 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
152 teachers
School Rankings
Williamstown 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 Williamstown Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1570 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
16%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
55%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Williamstown Middle School's ranking?
Williamstown Middle School is ranked #1570 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Williamstown Middle School often compared to?
Williamstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearview Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Williamstown Middle School?
1,744 students attend Williamstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Williamstown Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamstown Middle School?
Williamstown Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamstown Middle School offer ?
Williamstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamstown Middle School part of?
Williamstown Middle School is part of Monroe Township ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
School Reviews
5 3/15/2025
I love the variety of sports offered in this district. The school provides the tools my daughter needs to be a successful achiever.
5 6/21/2010
This school has come a long way. I have been happy with the programs and the teachers. It is a big school and does offer a lot of programs that the students love.
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