Serving 622 students in grades 7-8, West Essex 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 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Essex Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Essex Middle School's student population of 622 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Essex Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Essex Middle School is 0.37, 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
#498 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
79%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Essex Middle School's ranking?
West Essex Middle School is ranked #498 out of 2,201 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Essex Middle School?
622 students attend West Essex Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Essex Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Essex Middle School?
West Essex Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Essex Middle School offer ?
West Essex Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Essex Middle School part of?
West Essex Middle School is part of West Essex Regional School District.
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