Serving 782 students in grades 6-8, South Orange Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Orange Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Orange Middle School's student population of 782 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Orange Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Orange Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#519 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
22%
15%
White
58%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Orange Middle School's ranking?
South Orange Middle School is ranked #519 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are South Orange Middle School often compared to?
South Orange Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend South Orange Middle School?
782 students attend South Orange Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Orange Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Orange Middle School?
South Orange Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Orange Middle School offer ?
South Orange Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Orange Middle School part of?
South Orange Middle School is part of South Orange-Maplewood School District.
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