Serving 401 students in grades 6-8, Waldwick Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waldwick Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Waldwick, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waldwick Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waldwick Middle School's student population of 401 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Waldwick Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waldwick Middle School is 0.50, 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
#442 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
68%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldwick Middle School's ranking?
Waldwick Middle School is ranked #442 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Waldwick Middle School?
401 students attend Waldwick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Waldwick Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldwick Middle School?
Waldwick Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waldwick Middle School offer ?
Waldwick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waldwick Middle School part of?
Waldwick Middle School is part of Waldwick School District.
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