Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Schuyler Colfax Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schuyler Colfax Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Schuyler Colfax Middle School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Schuyler Colfax Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schuyler Colfax Middle School is 0.49, 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
#339 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
11%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
2%
14%
White
69%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schuyler Colfax Middle School's ranking?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School is ranked #339 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Schuyler Colfax Middle School often compared to?
Schuyler Colfax Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony Wayne Middle School, George Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Schuyler Colfax Middle School?
633 students attend Schuyler Colfax Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Schuyler Colfax Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schuyler Colfax Middle School?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Schuyler Colfax Middle School offer ?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schuyler Colfax Middle School part of?
Schuyler Colfax Middle School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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