For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 762 students in 07040, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07040, NJ is Maplewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 07040 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07040, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07040, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maplewood Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7 Burnett St
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 378-7660
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 378-7660
Gr: 6-8 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07040, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07040, NJ include Maplewood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07040?
1 public middle schools are located in 07040.
What is the racial composition of students in 07040?
07040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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