For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 976 students in 07502, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07502, NJ is Joseph A. Taub School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 07502 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07502, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07502, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph A. Taub School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 Union Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07502
(973) 321-0700
Paterson, NJ 07502
(973) 321-0700
Gr: 6-8 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07502, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07502, NJ include Joseph A. Taub School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07502?
1 public middle schools are located in 07502.
What is the racial composition of students in 07502?
07502 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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