Very Good
#720 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 29% in state
Lewis F. Cole Middle School
Middle School · Fort Lee School District
467 STILLWELL AVENUE, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Enrollment
1,186
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
1,186
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#720 of 2,466
In Fort Lee
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Fort Lee School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Lewis F. Cole Middle School
Lewis F. Cole Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Lee, NJ, part of Fort Lee School District. Lewis F.
Cole Middle School serves approximately 1,186 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis F. Cole Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Lewis F. Cole Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Lewis F. Cole Middle School — Students at Lewis F. Cole 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: 6.9/10.
How Lewis F. Cole Middle School Compares
See how Lewis F. Cole Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
467 STILLWELL AVENUE, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lewis F. Cole Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. School No. 1 (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is School No. 3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School #4 (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Cliffside Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Lee, see our Fort Lee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee | 0.3 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| School No. 1 Fort Lee | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| School No. 2 Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | — |
| School No. 4 Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| George Washington School Edgewater | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Fort Lee High School Fort Lee | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Leonia Middle School Leonia | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| School No. 3 Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Leonia High School Leonia | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| School #4 Cliffside Park | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Bergen Boulevard School Ridgefield | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,594
Median Home Value
$422,200
Median Rent
$2,257/mo
Population
39,785
College Educated
64.8%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
47.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community Middle School Plainsboro, NJ | 7.3 |
| Marlboro Memorial Middle School Morganville, NJ | 7.3 |
| Marlton Middle Marlton, NJ | 7.3 |
| West New York Middle School West New York, NJ | 7.3 |
| Kawameeh Middle School Union, NJ | 7.2 |
| Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield, NJ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lewis F. Cole Middle School
What grades does Lewis F. Cole Middle School serve?
Lewis F. Cole Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Lewis F. Cole Middle School?
Lewis F. Cole Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis F. Cole Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lewis F. Cole Middle School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lewis F. Cole Middle School rank in NJ?
Lewis F. Cole Middle School ranks #720 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lewis F. Cole Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lewis F. Cole Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lewis F. Cole Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis F. Cole Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lewis F. Cole Middle School a charter school?
No, Lewis F. Cole Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lewis F. Cole Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lewis F. Cole Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis F. Cole Middle School?
16.0% of students at Lewis F. Cole 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
- 1,186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (201) 585-4660
Resources & Links
District
Fort Lee School District- District Enrollment
- 4,076
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,389
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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