For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,084 students in 07514, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07514, NJ are School 26 and School 21. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07514 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07514, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07514, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School 26
(Math: 5% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1 East 32nd Street
Paterson, NJ 07514
(973) 321-0260
Paterson, NJ 07514
(973) 321-0260
Gr: PK-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
School 21
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
322 10th Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07514
(973) 321-0210
Paterson, NJ 07514
(973) 321-0210
Gr: PK-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07514, NJ?
How many public middle schools are located in 07514?
2 public middle schools are located in 07514.
What is the racial composition of students in 07514?
07514 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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