Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Iselin Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iselin Middle School's student population of 866 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Iselin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iselin Middle School is 0.60, 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
#841 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
58%
10%
Hispanic
20%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
15%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Iselin Middle School's ranking?
Iselin Middle School is ranked #841 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Iselin Middle School often compared to?
Iselin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonia Middle School, Woodbridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Iselin Middle School?
866 students attend Iselin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Iselin Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iselin Middle School?
Iselin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Iselin Middle School offer ?
Iselin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iselin Middle School part of?
Iselin Middle School is part of Woodbridge Township School District.
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