Serving 748 students in grades 6-8, Union Avenue 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 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Union Avenue Middle School's student population of 748 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Union Avenue 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 Union Avenue Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1966 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
27%
32%
Black
73%
15%
White
n/a
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
64%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Union Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Union Avenue Middle School is ranked #1966 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Union Avenue Middle School?
748 students attend Union Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Union Avenue Middle School students are Black, and 27% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Avenue Middle School?
Union Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union Avenue Middle School offer ?
Union Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Union Avenue Middle School part of?
Union Avenue Middle School is part of Irvington Public School District.
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