Serving 330 students in grades 6-8, Black River Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Black River Middle School's student population of 330 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Black River 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 Black River 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
#340 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
74%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Middle School's ranking?
Black River Middle School is ranked #340 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Black River Middle School often compared to?
Black River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Black River Middle School?
330 students attend Black River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Black River Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black River Middle School?
Black River Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Black River Middle School offer ?
Black River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black River Middle School part of?
Black River Middle School is part of Chester Township School District.
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