Serving 769 students in grades 6-8, University 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University Middle School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University 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 University Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1944 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
24%
32%
Black
75%
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
63%
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 University Middle School's ranking?
University Middle School is ranked #1944 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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend University Middle School?
769 students attend University Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of University Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Middle School?
University Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Middle School offer ?
University Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is University Middle School part of?
University Middle School is part of Irvington Public School District.
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