Serving 361 students in grades 4-8, Great Meadows 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Meadows Regional Middle School's student population of 361 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Great Meadows 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 Great Meadows Regional Middle School is 0.43, 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
#996 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
74%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Meadows Regional Middle School's ranking?
Great Meadows Regional Middle School is ranked #996 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Great Meadows Regional Middle School often compared to?
Great Meadows Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allamuchy Township School, Long Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Great Meadows Regional Middle School?
361 students attend Great Meadows Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Great Meadows Regional Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Meadows Regional Middle School?
Great Meadows Regional Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Meadows Regional Middle School offer ?
Great Meadows Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Meadows Regional Middle School part of?
Great Meadows Regional Middle School is part of Great Meadows Regional School District.
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