Serving 661 students in grades 5-8, Leonia Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leonia Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Leonia, NJ, encompassing approximately 1.6 square miles. Typically, it takes 5-10 minutes to drive to the school from anywhere within the zone, which extends about 1.4 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Leonia Middle School's student population of 661 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Leonia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonia Middle School is 0.70, 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
#531 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
11%
Hispanic
25%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
22%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonia Middle School's ranking?
Leonia Middle School is ranked #531 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Leonia Middle School often compared to?
Leonia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia High School, Anna C. Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Leonia Middle School?
661 students attend Leonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Leonia Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leonia Middle School?
Leonia Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonia Middle School offer ?
Leonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonia Middle School part of?
Leonia Middle School is part of Leonia Public School District.
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