Serving 981 students in grades 6-8, Emerson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerson Middle School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1506 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
96%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Emerson Middle School's ranking?
Emerson Middle School is ranked #1506 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Emerson Middle School often compared to?
Emerson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jose Marti Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Emerson Middle School?
981 students attend Emerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Emerson Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Middle School?
Emerson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emerson Middle School offer ?
Emerson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Emerson Middle School part of?
Emerson Middle School is part of Union City School District.
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