For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 380 students in 07442, NJ.
The top ranked public middle school in 07442, NJ is Lakeside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 07442 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07442, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07442, NJ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeside School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
316 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 835-7100
Grades: 6-8
| 380 students
07442, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
35 Lenox Ave
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
(973) 839-3777
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 07442, NJ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 07442, NJ include Lakeside School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07442?
1 public middle schools are located in 07442.
What is the racial composition of students in 07442?
07442 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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