JANIS E. DISMUS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Janis E. Dismus Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Englewood Public School District school district, located in ENGLEWOOD, NJ with about 361 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Janis E. Dismus Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Janis E. Dismus Middle School, located on Tryon Avenue in Englewood, New Jersey, serves as a key educational hub for the local community, catering to students in the middle grades. As part of the Englewood Public School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students during their transitional adolescent years.

The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for the rigors of high school through a curriculum that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and personal growth. Beyond core academic subjects, Janis E. Dismus Middle School often highlights the importance of inclusivity and community engagement, striving to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. By providing a structured and encouraging atmosphere, the school aims to empower its diverse student body to reach their full potential and become active, responsible citizens.

For more information, contact Janis E. Dismus Middle School at (201) 862-6005 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

325 Tryon Avenue
ENGLEWOOD, NJ 07631
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JANIS E. DISMUS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ENGLEWOOD, NJ with about 361 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
361
Teachers:
39
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 361 students

Hispanic/Latino
49.6%
Black or African American
39.3%
Asian
6.1%
White
4.7%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
44.9%
Male
55.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.