For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 752 students in 07079, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07079, NJ is South Orange Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 07079 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07079, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07079, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Orange Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 North Ridgewood Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-2772
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 378-2772
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
07079, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07079, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07079, NJ include South Orange Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07079?
1 public middle schools are located in 07079.
What is the racial composition of students in 07079?
07079 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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