Serving 525 students in grades 6-8, Janis E. Dismus Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Janis E. Dismus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Janis E. Dismus Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Janis E. Dismus Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Janis E. Dismus Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1959 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
69%
34%
Black
24%
15%
White
4%
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
73%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Janis E. Dismus Middle School's ranking?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School is ranked #1959 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Janis E. Dismus Middle School often compared to?
Janis E. Dismus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
525 students attend Janis E. Dismus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Janis E. Dismus Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Janis E. Dismus Middle School?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Janis E. Dismus Middle School offer ?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Janis E. Dismus Middle School part of?
Janis E. Dismus Middle School is part of Englewood Public School District.
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