Serving 346 students in grades 5-8, Byram Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Byram Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Byram Intermediate School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Byram Intermediate 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 Byram Intermediate School is 0.38, 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
#634 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
77%
37%
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
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byram Intermediate School's ranking?
Byram Intermediate School is ranked #634 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Byram Intermediate School often compared to?
Byram Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Byram Intermediate School?
346 students attend Byram Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Byram Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Byram Intermediate School?
Byram Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Byram Intermediate School offer ?
Byram Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Byram Intermediate School part of?
Byram Intermediate School is part of Byram Township School District.
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