Very Good
#660 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 27% in state
Maplewood Middle School
Middle School · South Orange-Maplewood School District
7 BURNETT ST, Maplewood, NJ 07040
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#660 of 2,466
In Maplewood
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Maplewood Middle School
Maplewood Middle School is a public middle school in Maplewood, NJ, part of South Orange-Maplewood School District. Maplewood Middle School serves approximately 733 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Maplewood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #660 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Maplewood Middle School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Maplewood 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
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Maplewood Middle School — Students at Maplewood Middle School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
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
↓ 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: 8.1/10.
How Maplewood Middle School Compares
See how Maplewood 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
7 BURNETT ST, Maplewood, NJ 07040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maplewood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South Orange Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby S. Orange), with a very similar rating. Another option is Burnet Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Union), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 3.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Union), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Delia Bolden Elementary School Maplewood | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Tuscan Elementary School Maplewood | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Columbia High School Maplewood | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary Union | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Wyoming School Millburn | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| South Mountain Elementary School S. Orange | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL South Orange | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Clinton Elementary School Maplewood | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| South Mountain School Millburn | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| South Orange Middle School S. Orange | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Union High School Union | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Hannah Caldwell Elementary Union | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Union | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Burnet Middle School Union | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Franklin Elementary Union | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST STEPHEN'S PRESCHOOL Millburn | 1.7 mi | — |
| Montrose Early Childhood Center South Orange | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Mt Vernon Place School Newark | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$167,428
Median Home Value
$684,600
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
25,406
College Educated
69.4%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bunker Hill Middle School Sewell, NJ | 7.5 |
| Chatham Middle School Chatham, NJ | 7.5 |
| Frances DeMasi Middle School Marlton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Lake Riviera Middle School Brick, NJ | 7.5 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne, NJ | 7.6 |
| Delsea Regional Middle School Franklinville, NJ | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maplewood Middle School
What grades does Maplewood Middle School serve?
Maplewood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Maplewood Middle School?
Maplewood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 733 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maplewood Middle School rank in NJ?
Maplewood Middle School ranks #660 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Maplewood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maplewood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Maplewood Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maplewood Middle School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maplewood Middle School a charter school?
No, Maplewood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maplewood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Maplewood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maplewood Middle School?
17.9% of students at Maplewood 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
- 733
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (973) 378-7660
Resources & Links
District
South Orange-Maplewood School District- District Enrollment
- 7,047
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,104
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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