For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,159 students in 07628, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07628, NJ are Selzer Elementarymiddle School and Honiss Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07628 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07628, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07628, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Selzer Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
435 Prospect Ave
Dumont, NJ 07628
(201) 387-3030
Dumont, NJ 07628
(201) 387-3030
Gr: PK-8 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Honiss Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31 Depew St
Dumont, NJ 07628
(201) 387-3020
Dumont, NJ 07628
(201) 387-3020
Gr: K-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07628, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07628, NJ include Selzer Elementarymiddle School and Honiss Elementarymiddle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07628?
2 public middle schools are located in 07628.
What is the racial composition of students in 07628?
07628 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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