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Bloomfield Middle School

Middle School · Bloomfield Township School District

60 Huck Road, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Enrollment

929

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,641 of 2,466

In Bloomfield

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Bloomfield Township School District

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Bloomfield Middle School

5.7/10

Middle School in Bloomfield · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Demarest Elementary School

7.5/10

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8.8/10

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About Bloomfield Middle School

Bloomfield Middle School is a public middle school in Bloomfield, NJ, part of Bloomfield Township School District. Bloomfield Middle School serves approximately 929 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloomfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,641 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Bloomfield Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,525
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Bloomfield Middle School — Students at Bloomfield Middle School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
60%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
49.9%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
44.5%
ELA
52.2%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Bloomfield Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Location

60 Huck Road, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bloomfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Buzz Aldrin Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Upper Montclair), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John H. Walker Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Nutley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield 0.3 mi 7.5
Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 8.8
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield 0.6 mi 6.5
RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield 0.7 mi
Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge 0.7 mi 6.4
LOOKING GLASS CHILDREN'S CENTER Bloomfield 0.9 mi
MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield 1.0 mi 7.4
Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield 1.1 mi 6.8
Radcliffe School Nutley 0.9 mi 6.0
Oak View Elementary School Bloomfield 1.1 mi 7.7
Lincoln School Nutley 1.0 mi 5.4
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Bloomfield 1.3 mi 3.7
Spring Garden School Nutley 1.1 mi 8.1
Watchung Elementary School Montclair 1.1 mi 8.1
Northeast Elementary School Upper Montclair 1.6 mi 6.7
HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley 1.3 mi
John H. Walker Middle School Nutley 1.3 mi 6.7
LACORDAIRE ACADEMY Upper Montclair 1.5 mi 8.1
Buzz Aldrin Middle School Upper Montclair 1.5 mi 7.9
Nutley High School Nutley 1.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,805

Median Home Value

$447,600

Median Rent

$1,775/mo

Population

52,921

College Educated

48.6%

Homeownership

52.1%

Avg Commute

33.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bloomfield Middle School

What grades does Bloomfield Middle School serve?

Bloomfield Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Bloomfield Middle School?

Bloomfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 929 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloomfield Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bloomfield Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bloomfield Middle School rank in NJ?

Bloomfield Middle School ranks #1,641 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Bloomfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bloomfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Bloomfield Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bloomfield Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bloomfield Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Bloomfield Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

39.3% of students at Bloomfield 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

Bloomfield Township School District
District Enrollment
6,438
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,525
District Rank
#10 of 11

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