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#136 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 6% in state

East Brook Middle School

Middle School · Paramus Public School District

190 SPRING VALLEY ROAD, Paramus, NJ 07652

Enrollment

592

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Paramus

#3 of 9

public schools

New Jersey middle schools

#17 of 441

In district

#3 of 8

Paramus Public School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About East Brook Middle School

East Brook Middle School is a public middle school in Paramus, NJ, part of the Paramus Public School District. The school serves approximately 592 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 94.5th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math, 26 points above the state average and 70% in reading/language arts, 17 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $139,707, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53%
Reading/ELA Proficiency64%
Math vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,270

East Brook Middle School — Students at East Brook Middle School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.0%
School
State
35.2%
ELA Proficiency 70.2%
School
State
53.5%

Based on 16 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2024
Math
66.8%
ELA
75.8%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How East Brook Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.7/10
7.7/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers

Location

190 SPRING VALLEY ROAD, Paramus, NJ 07652

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Brook Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ridge Ranch Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Memorial Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, River Dell Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby River Edge), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Paramus, see our Paramus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Parkway Elementary School Paramus 0.0 mi 8.3
Paramus High School Paramus 0.3 mi 7.3
VISITATION ACADEMY Paramus 0.5 mi 7.1
EPIC SCHOOL Paramus Borough 0.5 mi 7.2
ST PETER ACADEMY River Edge 0.6 mi 7.5
BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus 0.9 mi 7.8
DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL Paramus 0.9 mi 6.9
Ridge Ranch Elementary School Paramus 1.1 mi 9.2
Memorial Elementary School Paramus 1.2 mi 9.1
Memorial School Maywood 1.4 mi 5.1
River Dell Middle School River Edge 1.2 mi 8.4
YESHIVAT NOAM SCHOOL Paramus 1.1 mi 5.7
Roosevelt School River Edge 1.1 mi 7.7
Cherry Hill School River Edge 1.2 mi 7.6
NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge 1.3 mi
SINAI SCHOOL AT RYNJ River Edge 1.1 mi 5.6
YESHIVA OF NORTH JERSEY River Edge 1.1 mi 6.8
NEW ALLIANCE ACADEMY THE Paramus 1.5 mi 6.7
River Dell Regional High School Oradell 1.4 mi 8.3
RIDGEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Paramus 1.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,707

Median Home Value

$736,000

Median Rent

$2,845/mo

Population

26,500

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

49.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding East Brook Middle School has a median household income of $139,707. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $736,000, with a median rent of $2,845/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne, NJ 8.6
Valley Middle School Oakland, NJ 8.6
Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville, NJ 8.5
Edison Middle School W. Orange, NJ 8.4
George G White Hillsdale, NJ 8.4
Montgomery Upper Middle School Skillman, NJ 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Brook Middle School

What grades does East Brook Middle School serve?

East Brook Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend East Brook Middle School?

East Brook Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Brook Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Brook Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Brook Middle School rank in NJ?

East Brook Middle School is ranked #136 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is East Brook Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Brook Middle School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Brook Middle School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, East Brook Middle School has 61.0% math proficiency and 70.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is East Brook Middle School a charter school?

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

Is East Brook Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

13.5% of students at East Brook 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
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,928/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Paramus). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Paramus Public School District
District Enrollment
3,594
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,143
District Rank
#3 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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