CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Central Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Long Hill Township School District school district, located in Stirling, NJ with about 271 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 29 teachers, Central 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.

Central Middle School, located at 90 Central Avenue in Stirling, New Jersey, serves as the primary middle school for the Long Hill Township School District. It provides an educational environment tailored to students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on the developmental needs of early adolescents. The school is known for fostering a supportive community that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional growth, preparing students for the transition to high school.

The curriculum at Central Middle School typically includes a comprehensive range of core subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—complemented by elective offerings like world languages, music, art, and technology. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and service-learning initiatives. By balancing high academic expectations with a commitment to character education, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens within the local Stirling community.

For more information, contact Central Middle School at (908) 647-2311 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.