Buzz Aldrin Middle School

173 Bellevue Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Buzz Aldrin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 619 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30% in NJ
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Buzz Aldrin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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School Overview

Buzz Aldrin Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
619 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
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School Rankings

Buzz Aldrin 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 Buzz Aldrin Middle School is 0.67, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NJ)
#522 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
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32%
26%
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62%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Buzz Aldrin Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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American Indian
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Asian
7%
10%
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Hispanic
14%
32%
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Black
18%
15%
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White
52%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
This chart display the diversity score of Buzz Aldrin Middle School and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buzz Aldrin Middle School's ranking?
Buzz Aldrin Middle School is ranked #522 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Buzz Aldrin Middle School often compared to?
Buzz Aldrin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenfield Middle School, Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Buzz Aldrin Middle School?
619 students attend Buzz Aldrin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Buzz Aldrin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buzz Aldrin Middle School?
Buzz Aldrin Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buzz Aldrin Middle School offer ?
Buzz Aldrin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buzz Aldrin Middle School part of?
Buzz Aldrin Middle School is part of Montclair Public School District.

School Reviews

5   12/13/2022
Past house 1 alumni here! I just wanted to say how much I appreciate my teachers for preparing me for high school, I loved my time here at Buzz!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - anonymous
2   10/27/2014
School is terrible. Classes are too long, schedule takes way too long to get used to. A huge problem at the school is bullying. Kids fight all the time in hallways, don't even get someone started on what happens at Anderson park. Teachers deal with these situations just awfully. I've been at the school for two years now and I dread waking up and setting foot in this horrible place. Don't go to this school, it's not worth three years of "education."
- Posted by Student/Alumni - rongy
5   2/2/2007
Mt. Hebron is the best school to attend why? because they have friendly kids and teachers there and we have the best chorus and also you are reconized if you get on the honor roll or higher. Sports, well in gym they give you a work out i mean they play basketball soccer kickball valleyball you name it they have they also they have well after school activities and if you are not doing well in school they have HW center THIS IS A GREAT SCHOOL~!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
- Posted by Student/Alumni - jnkns

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 619 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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