For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,271 students in 07451, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07451, NJ are George Washington Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07451 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07451, NJ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07451, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Washington Pl
Ridgewood, NJ 07451
(201) 670-2790
Ridgewood, NJ 07451
(201) 670-2790
Gr: 6-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
335 North Van Dien Ave
Ridgewood, NJ 07451
(201) 670-2780
Ridgewood, NJ 07451
(201) 670-2780
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07451, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07451, NJ include George Washington Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07451?
2 public middle schools are located in 07451.
What is the racial composition of students in 07451?
07451 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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