Serving 734 students in grades 6-8, Joseph E. Soehl 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 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School's student population of 734 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph E. Soehl Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1817 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
47%
34%
Black
35%
14%
White
11%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph E. Soehl Middle School's ranking?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School is ranked #1817 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Joseph E. Soehl Middle School often compared to?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myles J. Mcmanus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph E. Soehl Middle School?
734 students attend Joseph E. Soehl Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Joseph E. Soehl Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph E. Soehl Middle School?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph E. Soehl Middle School offer ?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph E. Soehl Middle School part of?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School is part of Linden Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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