Macopin Middle School

70 Highlander Drive
West Milford, NJ 07480
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Macopin 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 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Macopin Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres

School Rankings

Macopin 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 Macopin Middle School is 0.35, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1419 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
23%
38%
48%
49%
17%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
79%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Macopin Middle School's ranking?
Macopin Middle School is ranked #1419 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Macopin Middle School?
675 students attend Macopin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Macopin Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macopin Middle School?
Macopin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Macopin Middle School offer ?
Macopin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macopin Middle School part of?
Macopin Middle School is part of West Milford Township Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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