Serving 477 students in grades 6, Edison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Edison Middle School's student population of 477 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Colors
School colors were not explicitly mentioned.
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1197 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
41%
35%
Black
29%
14%
White
20%
37%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Middle School's ranking?
Edison Middle School is ranked #1197 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Edison Middle School often compared to?
Edison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Roosevelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edison Middle School?
477 students attend Edison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Edison Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Middle School?
Edison Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edison Middle School offer ?
Edison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Middle School part of?
Edison Middle School is part of West Orange School District.
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