GILMORE J FISHER MIDDLE SCHOOL

GILMORE J FISHER MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ewing Township School District school district, located in EWING, NJ with about 747 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 87 teachers, GILMORE J FISHER MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Gilmore J. Fisher Middle School, located in Ewing, New Jersey, serves as a pivotal educational institution for students in grades 6 through 8 within the Ewing Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that balances rigorous core instruction—such as mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies—with a focus on the social and emotional development of early adolescents. By prioritizing high expectations and personalized learning, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Gilmore J. Fisher emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement through a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including clubs, sports, and arts programs. The school prides itself on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the wider Ewing community to create a holistic learning experience. With a focus on cultivating critical thinking, character development, and inclusive values, the school strives to empower its students to become responsible, well-rounded citizens within their local and global communities.

For more information, contact GILMORE J FISHER MIDDLE at (609) 538-9800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1325 LOWER FERRY ROAD
EWING, NJ 08618-1409
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GILMORE J FISHER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in EWING, NJ with about 747 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
747
Teachers:
87.35
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
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 747 students

Black or African American
47.8%
White
26.4%
Hispanic/Latino
18.3%
Asian
4.1%
Two or more races
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

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.