Serving 675 students in grades 5-8, Leonia 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 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leonia Middle School's student population of 675 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonia 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 Leonia Middle School is 0.70, 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
#579 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
19%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonia Middle School's ranking?
Leonia Middle School is ranked #579 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Leonia Middle School often compared to?
Leonia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia High School, Anna C. Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Leonia Middle School?
675 students attend Leonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Leonia Middle School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonia Middle School?
Leonia Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leonia Middle School offer ?
Leonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Leonia Middle School part of?
Leonia Middle School is part of Leonia Public School District.
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