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#614 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 25% in state

Anthony Wayne Middle School

Middle School · Wayne Township Public School District

201 GARSIDE AVENUE, Wayne, NJ 07470

Enrollment

644

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#614 of 2,466

In Wayne

#9 of 17

public schools

In district

#8 of 15

Wayne Township Public School District

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Anthony Wayne Middle School

7.6/10

Middle School in Wayne · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Anthony Wayne Middle School

Anthony Wayne Middle School is a public middle school in Wayne, NJ, part of Wayne Township Public School District. Anthony Wayne Middle School serves approximately 644 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Anthony Wayne Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #614 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Anthony Wayne Middle School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Anthony Wayne Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,749
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Anthony Wayne Middle School — Students at Anthony Wayne Middle School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
64%
2024
Math
66.1%
ELA
69.2%
2025
Math
66.5%
ELA
70.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Anthony Wayne Middle School Compares

See how Anthony Wayne Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 GARSIDE AVENUE, Wayne, NJ 07470

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anthony Wayne Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. High Mountain School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby North Haledon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph A. Taub School (rated 5.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Paterson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lafayette Elementary School Wayne 0.6 mi 5.5
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne 0.7 mi 7.3
Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne 0.9 mi 6.3
Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne 0.9 mi 7.8
CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne 1.1 mi
Wayne Valley High School Wayne 1.3 mi 6.2
MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY North Haledon 1.2 mi 6.8
Haledon Public School Haledon 1.3 mi 6.0
School 27 Paterson 1.6 mi 5.8
ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson 1.5 mi 6.6
James Fallon Elementary School Wayne 1.5 mi 7.8
APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne 1.9 mi 7.1
School 19 Paterson 1.8 mi 7.1
Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne 1.8 mi 7.8
Joseph A. Taub School Paterson 2.0 mi 5.0
Passaic County-Manchester Regional High School Haledon 1.6 mi 3.2
EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL North Haledon 1.7 mi 7.2
High Mountain School North Haledon 1.8 mi 8.5
Memorial Elementary School North Haledon 2.0 mi 8.1
John F. Kennedy High School Paterson 2.2 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,561

Median Home Value

$596,700

Median Rent

$2,126/mo

Population

54,131

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anthony Wayne Middle School

What grades does Anthony Wayne Middle School serve?

Anthony Wayne Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Anthony Wayne Middle School?

Anthony Wayne Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 644 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anthony Wayne Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Anthony Wayne Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Anthony Wayne Middle School rank in NJ?

Anthony Wayne Middle School ranks #614 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Anthony Wayne Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Anthony Wayne Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Anthony Wayne Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Anthony Wayne Middle School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Anthony Wayne Middle School a charter school?

No, Anthony Wayne Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Anthony Wayne Middle School a Title I school?

No, Anthony Wayne Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anthony Wayne Middle School?

8.4% of students at Anthony Wayne Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

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