Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Union Avenue Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Avenue Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Irvington, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Avenue Middle School's student population of 735 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Avenue Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2037 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
32%
35%
Black
67%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Union Avenue Middle School is ranked #2037 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Union Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Union Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Union Avenue Middle School?
735 students attend Union Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Union Avenue Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Avenue Middle School?
Union Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union Avenue Middle School offer ?
Union Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Avenue Middle School part of?
Union Avenue Middle School is part of Irvington Public School District.
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