For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 281 students in Stirling, NJ (there are , serving 198 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in Stirling, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Stirling, NJ is Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stirling, NJ public school have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Stirling have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stirling, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
90 Central Avenue
Stirling, NJ 07980
(908) 647-2311
Stirling, NJ 07980
(908) 647-2311
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stirling, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Stirling, NJ include Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Stirling?
1 public schools are located in Stirling.
What percentage of students in Stirling go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in Stirling are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Stirling?
Stirling public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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