Emerson High School was a public high school located in Union City, in Hudson County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as part of the Union City Board of Education.
Serving 999 students in grades 6-8, Emerson Middle School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Middle School serves a central area in Union City, NJ, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Emerson Middle School's student population of 999 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
999 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emerson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#944 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
97%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #944 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Emerson Middle School?
999 students attend Emerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Emerson Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Middle School?
Emerson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Middle School part of?
Emerson Middle School is part of Union City School District.
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