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#109 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Hoboken Middle School

Middle School · Hoboken Public School District

158 Fourth Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Enrollment

432

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#109 of 2,466

In Hoboken

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Hoboken Public School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

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

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About Hoboken Middle School

Hoboken Middle School is a public middle school in Hoboken, NJ, part of Hoboken Public School District. Hoboken Middle School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoboken Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hoboken Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Hoboken 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 Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+9.3 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,978
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Hoboken Middle School — Students at Hoboken Middle School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 28 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2016
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
47.1%
ELA
59.1%
2025
Math
57.9%
ELA
66.8%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Hoboken Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

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

158 Fourth Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hoboken Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE HUDSON SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Explore Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Jersey City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hoboken, see our Hoboken schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
STEVENS COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Hoboken 0.1 mi 8.0
THE HUDSON SCHOOL Hoboken 0.2 mi 9.0
MUSTARD SEED SCHOOL Hoboken 0.2 mi 7.9
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Hoboken 0.3 mi 7.6
Hoboken Charter School Hoboken 0.3 mi 8.5
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken 0.4 mi 8.8
Hoboken High School Hoboken 0.4 mi 7.7
Hoboken Dual Language Charter School Hoboken 0.4 mi 7.3
HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken 0.5 mi 6.7
Thomas G. Connors Elementary School Hoboken 0.5 mi 7.5
TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken 0.5 mi 9.0
Wallace Elementary School Hoboken 0.6 mi 8.1
APPLE MONTESSORI OF HOBOKEN Hoboken 0.6 mi
Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken 0.9 mi 8.0
HOBOKEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hoboken 0.9 mi
VIAQUENTI ACADEMY Jersey City 0.9 mi
Christa McAuliffe School Jersey City 0.9 mi 7.8
Explore Middle School Jersey City 1.1 mi 9.0
Charles E. Trefurt School Jersey City 0.9 mi 8.8
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 1.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,943

Median Home Value

$872,100

Median Rent

$2,819/mo

Population

58,340

College Educated

83.1%

Homeownership

34.1%

Avg Commute

37.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

31.9

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Memorial Middle School Cedar Grove, NJ 8.7
Washington School Millburn, NJ 8.7
Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville, NJ 8.6
Central Middle School Stirling, NJ 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hoboken Middle School

What grades does Hoboken Middle School serve?

Hoboken Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hoboken Middle School?

Hoboken Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hoboken 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 Hoboken Middle School rank in NJ?

Hoboken Middle School ranks #109 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hoboken Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hoboken Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Hoboken Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hoboken Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Hoboken Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hoboken Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

45.1% of students at Hoboken 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
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
82 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

Hoboken Public School District
District Enrollment
3,531
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,978
District Rank
#2 of 5

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