For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,136 students in 08820, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08820, NJ are John Adams Middle School and Woodrow Wilson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08820 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08820, NJ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08820, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1081 New Dover Road
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2920
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2920
Gr: 6-8 | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 Woodrow Wilson Drive
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2870
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 452-2870
Gr: 6-8 | 1,206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08820, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08820, NJ include John Adams Middle School and Woodrow Wilson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 08820?
2 public middle schools are located in 08820.
What is the racial composition of students in 08820?
08820 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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