Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Middle School # 4 ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School # 4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Middle School # 4's student population of 669 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School # 4 ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School # 4 is 0.74, which is more 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
#883 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
39%
33%
Black
20%
15%
White
14%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School # 4's ranking?
Middle School # 4 is ranked #883 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Middle School # 4 often compared to?
Middle School # 4is often viewed alongside schools like Infinity Institute, Academy I by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Middle School # 4?
669 students attend Middle School # 4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Middle School # 4 students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School # 4?
Middle School # 4 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School # 4 offer ?
Middle School # 4 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle School # 4 part of?
Middle School # 4 is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School # 4 located?
Middle School # 4 is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown Jersey City.
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