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#2021 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Joseph A. Taub School
Middle School · Paterson Public School District
202 UNION AVENUE, Paterson, NJ 07502
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,021 of 2,466
In Paterson
#27 of 46
public schools
In district
#24 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Joseph A. Taub School
Joseph A. Taub School is a public middle school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. Joseph A.
Taub School serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph A. Taub School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,021 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph A. Taub School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Joseph A. Taub School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Joseph A. Taub School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joseph A. Taub School — Students at Joseph A. Taub School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Joseph A. Taub School Compares
See how Joseph A. Taub School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
202 UNION AVENUE, Paterson, NJ 07502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph A. Taub School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Passaic County Technical Institute (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Wayne), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 7 (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School 19 Paterson | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Paterson | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| School 27 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| School 7 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| School 5 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| John P. Holland Charter School Woodland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| International High School Paterson | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| School 2 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 0.8 mi | — |
| School One Woodland Park | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Haledon Public School Haledon | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Memorial School Totowa | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,649
Median Home Value
$347,200
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
17,488
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph A. Taub School
What grades does Joseph A. Taub School serve?
Joseph A. Taub School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Joseph A. Taub School?
Joseph A. Taub School has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Taub School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Taub School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph A. Taub School rank in NJ?
Joseph A. Taub School ranks #2,021 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Joseph A. Taub School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph A. Taub School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Joseph A. Taub School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph A. Taub School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Joseph A. Taub School a charter school?
No, Joseph A. Taub School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph A. Taub School a Title I school?
No, Joseph A. Taub School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph A. Taub School?
50.0% of students at Joseph A. Taub 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
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0700
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #24 of 43
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