Serving 971 students in grades 6-8, Garfield 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield Middle School's student population of 971 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
971 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
City of Champions
School Rankings
Garfield 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 Garfield Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1791 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
56%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
33%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Middle School's ranking?
Garfield Middle School is ranked #1791 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Garfield Middle School often compared to?
Garfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hackensack Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Garfield Middle School?
971 students attend Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Garfield Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Middle School?
Garfield Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garfield Middle School offer ?
Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield Middle School part of?
Garfield Middle School is part of Garfield Public School District.
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