Serving 822 students in grades 5-8, Terrill Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terrill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Terrill Middle School's student population of 822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Terrill Middle 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 Terrill Middle School is 0.56, 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
#540 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
11%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
64%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrill Middle School's ranking?
Terrill Middle School is ranked #540 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Terrill Middle School often compared to?
Terrill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Terrill Middle School?
822 students attend Terrill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Terrill Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrill Middle School?
Terrill Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Terrill Middle School offer ?
Terrill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terrill Middle School part of?
Terrill Middle School is part of Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District.
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