Princeton Middle School
816 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
John Witherspoon Middle School (JWMS), located in Princeton, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Princeton Public Schools district, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, a rigorous curriculum, and a diverse, multicultural student body that reflects the unique international character of the Princeton community. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, encouraging students to become critical thinkers and active participants in their community.
Beyond its core academic program, John Witherspoon Middle School offers a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school culture is characterized by a supportive atmosphere where dedicated faculty and staff work closely with families to ensure that students are well-prepared for the transition to Princeton High School. With its focus on innovation and inclusivity, JWMS remains a cornerstone of the local educational landscape, consistently prioritizing the holistic success of its student population.
Beyond its core academic program, John Witherspoon Middle School offers a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school culture is characterized by a supportive atmosphere where dedicated faculty and staff work closely with families to ensure that students are well-prepared for the transition to Princeton High School. With its focus on innovation and inclusivity, JWMS remains a cornerstone of the local educational landscape, consistently prioritizing the holistic success of its student population.
816
Total Students
67.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 384 |
| Hispanic | 129 |
| Black | 56 |
| Asian | 180 |
| Two or More | 67 |
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White384 (47.1 %)
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Asian180 (22.1 %)
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Hispanic129 (15.8 %)
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Two or More67 (8.2 %)
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Black56 (6.9 %)
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: | Princeton Public School District |
| Phone: | (609)806-4270 |
| Website: | http://jw.princetonk12.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 816 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 67.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 88 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 20 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
253
Grade 7
260
Grade 8
296
Ungraded
7
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 253 |
| Grade 7 | 260 |
| Grade 8 | 296 |
| Ungraded | 7 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 386 | 47.3% |
| Male | 430 | 52.7% |
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