Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Colonia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Colonia Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colonia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonia Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1261 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
20%
11%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
8%
14%
White
46%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonia Middle School's ranking?
Colonia Middle School is ranked #1261 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Colonia Middle School often compared to?
Colonia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avenel Middle School, Iselin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Colonia Middle School?
628 students attend Colonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Colonia Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colonia Middle School?
Colonia Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colonia Middle School offer ?
Colonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonia Middle School part of?
Colonia Middle School is part of Woodbridge Township School District.
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