For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 652 students in 08812, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08812, NJ are Green Brook Middle School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08812 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08812, NJ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08812, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Brook Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
132 Jefferson Avenue
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1051
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 968-1051
Gr: 5-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Dunellen Avenue
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Dunellen, NJ 08812
(732) 400-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08812, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08812, NJ include Green Brook Middle School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08812?
2 public middle schools are located in 08812.
What is the racial composition of students in 08812?
08812 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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