For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 573 students in River Edge, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in River Edge, NJ is River Dell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
River Edge, NJ public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in River Edge have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in River Edge, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Dell Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
230 Woodland Avenue
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 599-7246
River Edge, NJ 07661
(201) 599-7246
Gr: 7-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in River Edge, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in River Edge, NJ include River Dell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in River Edge?
1 public middle schools are located in River Edge.
What is the racial composition of students in River Edge?
River Edge public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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