Serving 746 students in grades 5-6, Linwood 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 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Linwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
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Linwood School's student population of 746 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
Linwood 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 Linwood 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
#1627 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
11%
Hispanic
47%
34%
Black
20%
14%
White
14%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Linwood School's ranking?
Linwood School is ranked #1627 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Linwood School often compared to?
Linwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Brunswick Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Linwood School?
746 students attend Linwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Linwood School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linwood School?
Linwood School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Linwood School offer ?
Linwood School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linwood School part of?
Linwood School is part of North Brunswick Township School District.
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