Serving 561 students in grades 4-8, Maywood Avenue School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maywood Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maywood Avenue School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maywood Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maywood Avenue School is 0.69, 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
#482 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
43%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
31%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maywood Avenue School's ranking?
Maywood Avenue School is ranked #482 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Maywood Avenue School often compared to?
Maywood Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bogota Jr./sr. High School, Hackensack Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Maywood Avenue School?
561 students attend Maywood Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Maywood Avenue School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maywood Avenue School?
Maywood Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maywood Avenue School offer ?
Maywood Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maywood Avenue School part of?
Maywood Avenue School is part of Maywood School District.
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