What grades does Somerset School serve?

Somerset School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the North Plainfield area.

Where is Somerset School located?

Somerset School is a urban school in North Plainfield, NJ.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset School?

The student-teacher ratio at Somerset School is 9.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in North Plainfield, NJ?

Schools in North Plainfield include Somerset School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the North Plainfield area.

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School Profile

Grades

5–6

Enrollment

499

Student:Teacher

9.6:1

Locale

Suburban

District

North Plainfield School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

76.8%

Phone

(908)769-6080

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

26%

12th percentile in NJ

Math Proficiency

10%

21th percentile in NJ

Chronic Absenteeism

3.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

18 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.3:1

Near average in NJ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

453

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

88% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Security Staff

0.33000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$25,211

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$15,852

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$31,242

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 60%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$456,345

+4.2% 1yr+45.0% 5yr

Hudson, NY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

8.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

5.6%

Uninsured residents

6.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

581

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

546

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

144 (26%)

Specific Learning Disability

119 (22%)

Speech/Language Impairment

109 (20%)

Autism

109 (20%)

Intellectual Disability

15 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

14 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

485

Current enrollment

Stable(-1% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset School

Somerset School has a total enrollment of 499 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in North Plainfield, NJ.