Serving 729 students in grades 5-8, Kawameeh Middle School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kawameeh Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Kawameeh Middle School's student population of 729 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Kawameeh 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 Kawameeh Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1015 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
34%
34%
Black
35%
15%
White
19%
38%
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
32%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kawameeh Middle School's ranking?
Kawameeh Middle School is ranked #1015 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kawameeh Middle School often compared to?
Kawameeh Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kawameeh Middle School?
729 students attend Kawameeh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kawameeh Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kawameeh Middle School?
Kawameeh Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kawameeh Middle School offer ?
Kawameeh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kawameeh Middle School part of?
Kawameeh Middle School is part of Township Of Union School District.
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