Serving 463 students in grades 6-8, Secaucus Middle School 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 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Secaucus Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Secaucus Middle School's student population of 463 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Secaucus Middle School 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 Secaucus Middle School is 0.69, 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
#954 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
41%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secaucus Middle School's ranking?
Secaucus Middle School is ranked #954 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Secaucus Middle School often compared to?
Secaucus Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Explore Middle School, Joseph E. Soehl Middle School, New Brunswick Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Secaucus Middle School?
463 students attend Secaucus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Secaucus Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Secaucus Middle School?
Secaucus Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Secaucus Middle School offer ?
Secaucus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Secaucus Middle School part of?
Secaucus Middle School is part of Secaucus School District.
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