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#1396 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Maxson Middle School
Middle School · Plainfield Public School District
920 E SEVENTH ST, Plainfield, NJ 07062
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,396 of 2,466
In Plainfield
#8 of 19
public schools
In district
#7 of 14
Plainfield Public School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Maxson Middle School
Maxson Middle School is a public middle school in Plainfield, NJ, part of Plainfield Public School District. Maxson Middle School serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,396 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Maxson Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Maxson Middle 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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Maxson Middle School — Students at Maxson Middle School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Maxson Middle School Compares
See how Maxson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
920 E SEVENTH ST, Plainfield, NJ 07062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maxson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Terrill Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Scotch Plains), which scores notably higher. Another option is Somerset School (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby North Plainfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Scotch Plains), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,711
Median Home Value
$374,200
Median Rent
$1,794/mo
Population
15,018
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maxson Middle School
What grades does Maxson Middle School serve?
Maxson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Maxson Middle School?
Maxson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxson Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maxson Middle School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maxson Middle School rank in NJ?
Maxson Middle School ranks #1,396 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Maxson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maxson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Maxson Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxson Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maxson Middle School a charter school?
No, Maxson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maxson Middle School a Title I school?
No, Maxson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maxson Middle School?
77.9% of students at Maxson 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
- 798
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (908) 731-4310
Resources & Links
District
Plainfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,436
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,788
- District Rank
- #7 of 14
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