For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 799 students in 07644, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07644, NJ is Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07644 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07644, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07644, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 First Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 478-8662
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 478-8662
Gr: 6-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Lodi Middle School High School
Special Education School
123 Union St
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Gr: 6-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Moonachie Campus
Special Education School
Robert L. Craig School, 20 Wes
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Lodi, NJ 07644
(973) 249-0995
Gr: PK-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07644, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07644, NJ include Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07644?
3 public middle schools are located in 07644.
What is the racial composition of students in 07644?
07644 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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