Serving 73 students in grades 6-8, East Newark 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 was 10-14% (which was lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1472 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
85%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
8%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Newark Middle School's ranking?
East Newark Middle School is ranked #1472 out of 2,201 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Newark Middle School?
73 students attend East Newark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of East Newark Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Newark Middle School offer ?
East Newark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Newark Middle School part of?
East Newark Middle School is part of East Newark School District.
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