Very Good
#879 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 36% in state
Grover Cleveland Middle School
Middle School · Caldwell-West School District
36 ACADEMY RD, Caldwell, NJ 07006
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#879 of 2,466
In Caldwell
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Caldwell-West School District
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Grover Cleveland Middle School
Grover Cleveland Middle School is a public middle school in Caldwell, NJ, part of Caldwell-West School District. Grover Cleveland Middle School serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Grover Cleveland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Grover Cleveland Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Grover Cleveland Middle School — Students at Grover Cleveland Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How Grover Cleveland Middle School Compares
See how Grover Cleveland Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
36 ACADEMY RD, Caldwell, NJ 07006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grover Cleveland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gould/Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby N. Caldwell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Essex Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby North Caldwell), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Caldwell, see our Caldwell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Harrison School West Caldwell | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| James Caldwell High School West Caldwell | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Washington Elementary School West Caldwell | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Essex Fells Elementary School Essex Fells | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Essex County West Caldwell Tech West Caldwell | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT SAINT DOMINIC ACADEMY Caldwell | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Caldwell | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Wilson Elementary School West Caldwell | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| THE ARC OF ESSEX COUNTY'S STEPPING STONES SCHOOL Roseland | 1.5 mi | — |
| ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL West Caldwell | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| GLENVIEW ACADEMY Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GRAMON SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Forest Avenue School Verona | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| West Essex High School North Caldwell | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lester C Noecker Roseland | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| West Essex Middle School North Caldwell | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Verona High School Verona | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,645
Median Home Value
$667,300
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
26,417
College Educated
64.9%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grover Cleveland Middle School
What grades does Grover Cleveland Middle School serve?
Grover Cleveland Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Grover Cleveland Middle School?
Grover Cleveland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grover Cleveland Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grover Cleveland Middle School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grover Cleveland Middle School rank in NJ?
Grover Cleveland Middle School ranks #879 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Grover Cleveland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grover Cleveland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Grover Cleveland Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grover Cleveland Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Grover Cleveland Middle School a charter school?
No, Grover Cleveland Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grover Cleveland Middle School a Title I school?
No, Grover Cleveland Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grover Cleveland Middle School?
8.1% of students at Grover Cleveland 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (973) 228-9115
Resources & Links
District
Caldwell-West School District- District Enrollment
- 2,577
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,479
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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