Serving 638 students in grades 5-8, Leonia Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leonia Middle School's student population of 638 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonia Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
25%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonia Middle School's ranking?
Leonia Middle School is ranked #570 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Leonia Middle School often compared to?
Leonia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia High School, Anna C. Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Leonia Middle School?
638 students attend Leonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Leonia Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonia Middle School?
Leonia Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonia Middle School offer ?
Leonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Leonia Middle School part of?
Leonia Middle School is part of Leonia Public School District.
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