Serving 1,087 students in grades 7-8, West New York 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,087 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West New York Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of West New York, NJ, covering approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 0.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West New York Middle School's student population of 1,087 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,087 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Maximizing all students' potential for success in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
West New York 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 West New York Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1605 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West New York Middle School's ranking?
West New York Middle School is ranked #1605 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West New York Middle School?
1,087 students attend West New York Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West New York Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West New York Middle School?
West New York Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West New York Middle School offer ?
West New York Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West New York Middle School part of?
West New York Middle School is part of West New York School District.
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