Serving 773 students in grades 6-8, Gilmore J Fisher Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat 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
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmore J Fisher Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1795 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
47%
14%
White
19%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Gilmore J Fisher Middle School's ranking?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School is ranked #1795 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Gilmore J Fisher Middle School?
773 students attend Gilmore J Fisher Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gilmore J Fisher Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilmore J Fisher Middle School?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilmore J Fisher Middle School offer ?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilmore J Fisher Middle School part of?
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School is part of Ewing Township School District.
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