School Overview
Phillipsburg Middle School, located on Hillcrest Boulevard in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, serves as a central hub for the community’s adolescent students. As part of the Phillipsburg School District, the institution is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional developmental needs of middle-grade students. The school typically offers a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—while integrating technology and elective programs to provide a well-rounded educational experience.

Beyond academics, Phillipsburg Middle School aims to cultivate a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and character development. The school fosters a sense of community through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build collaborative skills. By focusing on both rigorous classroom instruction and the holistic growth of the individual, the school strives to prepare its student body for the challenges and opportunities they will encounter in high school and beyond.
664
Total Students
61.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Phillipsburg Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White261
Hispanic188
Black156
Asian5
Two or More53
American Indian1
  • White
    261 (39.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    188 (28.3 %)
  • Black
    156 (23.5 %)
  • Two or More
    53 (8.0 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Phillipsburg School District
Phone: (908)454-3400
Website: http://www.pms.pburgsd.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 664
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 61.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 433
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 45
Grades Taught
Grade 6 191
Grade 7 213
Grade 8 220
Ungraded 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Phillipsburg Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6191
Grade 7213
Grade 8220
Ungraded40
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Phillipsburg Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30245.5%
Male36254.5%