For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,776 students in 07060, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07060, NJ are Warren Middle School, The Barack Obama Green Charter School and Cedarbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07060 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07060, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07060, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warren Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Old Stirling Road
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 753-5300
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 753-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
The Barack Obama Green Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
35 Watchung Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(877) 643-4064
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(877) 643-4064
Gr: 6-12 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Cedarbrook Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1049 Central Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 731-4280
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 731-4280
Gr: K-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Cresthaven Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
530 West 7th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 756-1234
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 756-1234
Gr: K-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Union County Teams Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 517 West Fourth Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 754-9043
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 754-9043
Gr: K-12 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
Rank: #66.
North Plainfield Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
34 Wilson Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 769-6040
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 769-6040
Gr: 7-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Hubbard Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
661 W Eighth St
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 731-4320
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 731-4320
Gr: 6-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
07060, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bi Plainfield (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
221 Park Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 755-8760
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 755-8760
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students
The Ellen G Pressman Charter School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
232 Front St
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 756-3500
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 756-3500
Gr: 6-7
34 Wilson Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 769-6000
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 769-6000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,479 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07060, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07060, NJ include Warren Middle School, The Barack Obama Green Charter School and Cedarbrook Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07060?
7 public middle schools are located in 07060.
What is the racial composition of students in 07060?
07060 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% 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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