Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Central 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 284 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Middle School is 0.45, 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
#547 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
72%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Long Hill Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #547 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
284 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Long Hill Township School District.
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