Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Robert R Lazar 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 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert R Lazar 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
Robert R Lazar Middle School's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert R Lazar 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 Robert R Lazar Middle School is 0.61, 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
#233 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
29%
11%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
54%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Robert R Lazar Middle School's ranking?
Robert R Lazar Middle School is ranked #233 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Robert R Lazar Middle School often compared to?
Robert R Lazar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams Middle School, Mount Pleasant Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert R Lazar Middle School?
798 students attend Robert R Lazar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Robert R Lazar Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert R Lazar Middle School?
Robert R Lazar Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert R Lazar Middle School offer ?
Robert R Lazar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert R Lazar Middle School part of?
Robert R Lazar Middle School is part of Montville Township School District.
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