Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Midland School #1 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 37% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland School #1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Midland School #1's student population of 471 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland School #1 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 Midland School #1 is 0.61, 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
#1012 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
48%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
40%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland School #1's ranking?
Midland School #1 is ranked #1012 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Midland School #1 often compared to?
Midland School #1is often viewed alongside schools like Honiss Elementarymiddle School, Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Midland School #1?
471 students attend Midland School #1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Midland School #1 students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland School #1?
Midland School #1 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Midland School #1 offer ?
Midland School #1 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Midland School #1 part of?
Midland School #1 is part of Rochelle Park School District.
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