Serving 665 students in grades 6-8, University 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Middle School's student population of 665 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
University Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Middle School is 0.44, 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
#2080 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
32%
34%
Black
68%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 University Middle School's ranking?
University Middle School is ranked #2080 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend University Middle School?
665 students attend University Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of University Middle School students are Black, and 32% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Middle School?
University Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does University Middle School offer ?
University Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Middle School part of?
University Middle School is part of Irvington Public School District.
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