For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 380 students in 07442, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07442, NJ is Lakeside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 07442 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07442, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07442, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
316 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
07442, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Lenox Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07442, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07442, NJ include Lakeside School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07442?
1 public middle schools are located in 07442.
What is the racial composition of students in 07442?
07442 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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