Serving 482 students in grades 7-8, Grace Wilday Junior High 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 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grace Wilday Junior High School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare All of our students for college, work and life in high performing Roselle Public Schools.
School Rankings
Grace Wilday Junior High 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 Grace Wilday Junior High School is 0.53, 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
#1903 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
50%
35%
Black
47%
14%
White
2%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Grace Wilday Junior High School's ranking?
Grace Wilday Junior High School is ranked #1903 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Grace Wilday Junior High School often compared to?
Grace Wilday Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonard V Moore Middle School, Abraham Clark High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Grace Wilday Junior High School?
482 students attend Grace Wilday Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Grace Wilday Junior High School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Wilday Junior High School?
Grace Wilday Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grace Wilday Junior High School offer ?
Grace Wilday Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grace Wilday Junior High School part of?
Grace Wilday Junior High School is part of Roselle Public School District.
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