Serving 130 students in grades 5-8, High Bridge 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
High Bridge Middle School's student population of 130 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 112% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
High Bridge 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 High Bridge Middle School is 0.50, 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
#773 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
68%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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 #773 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend High Bridge Middle School?
130 students attend High Bridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of High Bridge Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Bridge Middle School?
High Bridge Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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