Very Good
#898 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 36% in state
Leonia Middle School
Middle School · Leonia Public School District
500 Broad Avenue, Leonia, NJ 07605
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#898 of 2,466
In Leonia
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Leonia Public School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Leonia Middle School
Leonia Middle School is a public middle school in Leonia, NJ, part of Leonia Public School District. Leonia Middle School serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Leonia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #898 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Leonia Middle School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Leonia Middle School — Students at Leonia Middle School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 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: 6.1/10.
How Leonia Middle School Compares
See how Leonia Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Broad Avenue, Leonia, NJ 07605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leonia Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lewis F. Cole Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Leonia, see our Leonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leonia High School Leonia | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| School No. 2 Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Englewood | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| School No. 3 Fort Lee | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee | 1.4 mi | — |
| School No. 1 Fort Lee | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Fort Lee High School Fort Lee | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JAPANESE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY Englewood Cliffs | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Englewood | 1.7 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE MORIAH SCHOOL Englewood | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,476
Median Home Value
$634,500
Median Rent
$2,122/mo
Population
9,333
College Educated
60.7%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
46.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carl H. Kumpf School Clark, NJ | 7.0 |
| Cinnaminson Middle School Cinnaminson, NJ | 7.0 |
| Grace Wilday Junior High School Roselle, NJ | 7.0 |
| Grover Cleveland Middle School Caldwell, NJ | 7.0 |
| Lacey Township Middle School Forked River, NJ | 7.0 |
| Memorial Junior School Whippany, NJ | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leonia Middle School
What grades does Leonia Middle School serve?
Leonia Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Leonia Middle School?
Leonia Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leonia Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Leonia Middle School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leonia Middle School rank in NJ?
Leonia Middle School ranks #898 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Leonia Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Leonia 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 Leonia Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leonia Middle School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Leonia Middle School a charter school?
No, Leonia Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leonia Middle School a Title I school?
No, Leonia Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leonia Middle School?
16.0% of students at Leonia 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 675
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (201) 302-5200
Resources & Links
District
Leonia Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,087
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,221
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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