Serving 166 students in grades 6-7, Bogota 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bogota Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bogota Middle School's student population of 166 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Bogota Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bogota Middle School is 0.35, 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
#924 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
80%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
8%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bogota Middle School's ranking?
Bogota Middle School is ranked #924 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Bogota Middle School?
166 students attend Bogota Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bogota Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bogota Middle School?
Bogota Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bogota Middle School offer ?
Bogota Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Bogota Middle School part of?
Bogota Middle School is part of Bogota Public School District.
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