For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 642 students in Mahwah, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in Mahwah, NJ is Ramapo Ridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mahwah, NJ public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in Mahwah have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Mahwah, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramapo Ridge
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 Ridge Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 762-2380
Mahwah, NJ 07430
(201) 762-2380
Gr: 6-8 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Mahwah, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Mahwah, NJ include Ramapo Ridge.
How many public middle schools are located in Mahwah?
1 public middle schools are located in Mahwah.
What is the racial composition of students in Mahwah?
Mahwah public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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