For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 223 students in 07856, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07856, NJ is Mount Arlington Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 07856 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07856, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07856, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Arlington Public School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
235 Howard Boulevard
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-4400
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
(973) 398-4400
Gr: 3-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07856, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07856, NJ include Mount Arlington Public School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07856?
1 public middle schools are located in 07856.
What is the racial composition of students in 07856?
07856 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% 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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