Jennifer Vongas
Coldwell Banker, Mendham
(862) 259-7599
49 Total Sales
2 in Attendance Zone
$775K - $1.1M Price Range
Black River Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
133 North Rd,
Chester, NJ
Chester School District
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Andrew White
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
76%
Niche Grade
A
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
76%
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Math Proficiency
67%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
36
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Full Time Teachers
36
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Teachers in First or Second Year
2.4%
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GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
202:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.4%
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Female
46.6%
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White
72.4%
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Hispanic
14.8%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
8.2%
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Two or more races
2.3%
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Black
2%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
9/6/2025
The school is average with the exception of the music department which was exceptional, and the quarterly electives which were also very good. I wouldn’t have moved to Chester had I known that the schools weren’t so good.Math: Teachers weren’t so good. My child learned more by watching the lesson of...
8/18/2025
This middle school was an awful experience for our family, and we ultimately had to move our child to a different school because the environment was so damaging. Bullying was rampant and completely ignored by administration despite repeated reports, leaving our child anxious, isolated, and dreading...
2/7/2024
Great school with great teachers. My kids love it here.
7/30/2022
This school only focuses on the academically advanced students. The teachers for the base level math classes don’t do good at helping students when they’re struggling. This school has above average grades simply because the school only gives attention to the students who do good in school. Black Riv...
Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone
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Jennifer Vongas
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Kristin Gobbel-Swanson
Kristin Gobbel-Swanson
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(862) 362-1696
26 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$1,615,000 Price
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Sueanne Sylvester
Sueanne Sylvester
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(862) 362-1556
95 Total Sales
2 in Attendance Zone
$917K - $1.2M Price Range
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Ted Miller II
Ted Miller II
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(862) 707-2498
120 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$677,000 Price
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Lynette DeLisa
Lynette DeLisa
Responds QuicklyREALTY EXECUTIVES EXCEPTIONAL
(862) 247-4172
165 Total Sales
3 in Attendance Zone
$540K - $950K Price Range
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Maura Young
Maura Young
WEICHERT REALTORS
(862) 217-5210
66 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$800,000 Price
Map
Attendance Zone
Homes For Sale
1
Average Home Value
$785,389
% Renters
11%
Average Household Income
$164,882
% of College Grads
52.8%
Median Age
49
Average House Size
3,596 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
$1,300,000
- 4 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 1 Evergreen Dr
- New 9 days ago
A rare opportunity to own a custom-built estate offering exceptional craftsmanship, unmatched versatility & incredible privacy on nearly 2 acres in Chester adjacent to Patriots' Path. Whether you're seeking a private retreat, space for your hobbies or the ultimate workshop, this one-of-a-kind proper...
Lynette DeLisa
Realty Executives-Exceptional Realtors, Sparta
(908) 332-5612
$1,300,000
- 4 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 3,607 Sq Ft
- 1 Evergreen Dr
- New 9 days ago
A rare opportunity to own a custom-built estate offering exceptional craftsmanship, unmatched versatility & incredible privacy on nearly 2 acres in Chester adjacent to Patriots' Path. Whether you're seeking a private retreat, space for your hobbies or the ultimate workshop, this one-of-a-kind proper...
Lynette DeLisa
REALTY EXECUTIVES EXCEPTIONAL
(862) 599-3531
$825,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 250 Pleasant Hill Rd
Rare opportunity to build your ultimate custom dream home on 12.5 private, rolling acres in prestigious Chester Township! Nestled in the desirable R2 zone, this unique flag lot offers the ultimate in privacy and seclusion. The property is beautifully wooded and currently farm-assessed under a woodla...
Elizabeth DelCasale
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(201) 907-2213
$799,810
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,667 Sq Ft
- 30 Dogwood Dr
- New 18 days ago
Desired Neighborhood of Dogwood Acres in Chester Twp....Cathedral Ceiling Great Room Addition in 2006 with Floor to Roof Stone Wall and Wood Burning Stove...Remodeled Kitchen and Bath in 2006...Private 1.4 acres with Large Trees...
DANIEL L FIEDLER FIEDLER REAL ESTATE
$764,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
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Nicholas Caruso PROGRESSIVE REALTY GROUP
$1,300,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
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Huge & beautiful single family house situate in 7.6 acres lot, with 5 big beds & 4 full baths, kitchen, living & dining rooms, family room, finished basement, 3 car garage, and of course private backyard oasis with an in-ground pool.
WILSON MERCHAN MERCHAN TEAM REALTY LLC.
$699,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
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- New 18 days ago
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GAIL MELORO RICE WEICHERT REALTORS
$3,000,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 4,083 Sq Ft
- 450 Old Chester Rd
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Rob Sameth TURPIN REAL ESTATE, INC.
$1,399,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 13 Hunters Trail
- New 7 days ago
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VANESSA MESSINA SERHANT NEW JERSEY LLC
$699,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 361 North Rd
- New 15 days ago
From the moment you arrive, this beautifully updated home welcomes you with classic charm, comfortable living spaces, and thoughtful modern improvements. A spacious foyer opens to an inviting floor plan featuring a bright living room with a wood-burning fireplace and an adjoining dining room, ideal ...
MARIA LEVINE KL SOTHEBY'S INT'L. REALTY
$650,000
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 7 Catan Dr
This charming original-owner center hall colonial is perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in desirable Chester Township, known for its scenic character, vibrant town, and highly regarded schools, including the Chester School District and the IB program at Mendham High School. The home offers fou...
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Homes for Rent
$1,895 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 28 Main St
- Unit a
- Chester, NJ
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- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 324 State Route 24
- Unit 5A
- Chester, NJ
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GAIL MELORO RICE WEICHERT REALTORS
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- 4.5 Baths
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Black River Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Chester, NJ, in the Alexandria neighborhood, and is served by the Chester School District in New Jersey. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 352 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 76% are proficient in reading. Black River Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $785,389. Discover additional schools in the area, like Edith Ort Thomas Elementary School, Lester D. Wilson Elementary School, Secret Garden Montessori, and more. Learn more about what Chester has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Black River Middle School.