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Bogota Middle School

Middle School · Bogota Public School District

131 East Fort Lee Road, Bogota, NJ 07603

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,350 of 2,466

In Bogota

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Bogota Public School District

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Bogota Middle School

6.2/10

Middle School in Bogota · grades 6th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bogota Jr./sr. High School

7.2/10

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5.1/10

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About Bogota Middle School

Bogota Middle School is a public middle school in Bogota, NJ, part of Bogota Public School District. Bogota Middle School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bogota Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,350 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Bogota Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Bogota Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+20.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,576
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Bogota Middle School — Students at Bogota Middle School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
38.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 10 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2022
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
42.5%
ELA
62.9%
2025
Math
42.3%
ELA
63.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Bogota Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

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

131 East Fort Lee Road, Bogota, NJ 07603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bogota Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hackensack Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bogota, see our Bogota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 0.2 mi 7.2
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 0.4 mi 5.1
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 0.5 mi 6.1
Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck 0.6 mi 8.7
ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck 0.9 mi 6.9
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.9 mi 8.5
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.0 mi 6.7
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 1.0 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 1.0 mi 7.4
HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck 1.1 mi 6.7
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 1.1 mi 8.2
Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park 1.3 mi 6.5
James Russell Lowell Elementary School Teaneck 1.5 mi 6.2
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck 1.3 mi 3.7
Teaneck High School Teaneck 1.4 mi 5.6
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.3 mi 5.8
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck 1.2 mi 6.2
Hackensack Middle School Hackensack 1.4 mi 6.7
Grant Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.9 mi 6.1
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Teaneck 1.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,321

Median Home Value

$443,400

Median Rent

$1,893/mo

Population

9,110

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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EASTERN CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Wyckoff, NJ 6.3
Wildwood Middle School Wildwood, NJ 6.3
Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School Jamesburg, NJ 6.4
Memorial Middle School Eatontown, NJ 6.0
Raymond W. Kershaw School Mount Ephraim, NJ 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bogota Middle School

What grades does Bogota Middle School serve?

Bogota Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 7th.

How many students attend Bogota Middle School?

Bogota Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bogota Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bogota Middle School rank in NJ?

Bogota Middle School ranks #1,350 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Bogota Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bogota Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Bogota Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bogota Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

Is Bogota Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Bogota Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

63.0% of students at Bogota 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
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

Bogota Public School District
District Enrollment
1,411
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,576
District Rank
#2 of 4

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