For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,735 students in 07076, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07076, NJ are Terrill Middle School and Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07076 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07076, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07076, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terrill Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-5215
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-5215
Gr: 5-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
580 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-4445
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-4445
Gr: 5-8 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Union Regional School
Alternative School
1524 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-1641
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
(908) 322-1641
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07076, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07076, NJ include Terrill Middle School and Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07076?
3 public middle schools are located in 07076.
What is the racial composition of students in 07076?
07076 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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