Serving 925 students in grades 6-8, Brooklawn Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklawn Middle School's student population of 925 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Brooklawn Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklawn Middle School is 0.66, 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
#617 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklawn Middle School's ranking?
Brooklawn Middle School is ranked #617 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Brooklawn Middle School often compared to?
Brooklawn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Brooklawn Middle School?
925 students attend Brooklawn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Brooklawn Middle School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklawn Middle School?
Brooklawn Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklawn Middle School offer ?
Brooklawn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklawn Middle School part of?
Brooklawn Middle School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
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