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#731 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 30% in state

Maywood Avenue School

Middle School · Maywood School District

452 MAYWOOD AVE, Maywood, NJ 07607

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#731 of 2,466

In Maywood

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Maywood School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.3/10

Middle School in Maywood · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maywood Avenue School

Maywood Avenue School is a public middle school in Maywood, NJ, part of Maywood School District. Maywood Avenue School serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maywood Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #731 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Maywood Avenue School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.2 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,972
Chronic Absenteeism4.5%

Maywood Avenue School — Students at Maywood Avenue School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 51 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
65.4%
ELA
71.5%
2025
Math
65.6%
ELA
73.4%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Maywood Avenue School Compares

See how Maywood Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

452 MAYWOOD AVE, Maywood, NJ 07607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maywood Avenue School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. East Brook Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Paramus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hackensack Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Maywood Campus Maywood 0.0 mi 8.1
Nellie K. Parker Hackensack 0.5 mi 7.2
Memorial School Maywood 0.8 mi 3.5
Midland School #1 Rochelle Park 0.8 mi 5.8
SAGE DAY AT ROCHELLE PARK Rochelle Park 0.9 mi 7.4
Hackensack High School Hackensack 1.2 mi 4.7
Fairmount Hackensack 1.0 mi 7.3
Fanny Meyer Hillers Hackensack 1.4 mi 8.4
BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus 1.3 mi 7.8
Hackensack Middle School Hackensack 1.3 mi 6.7
NURSERY RHYMES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Saddle Brook 1.2 mi
Washington School Lodi 1.5 mi 7.7
Washington School Saddle Brook 1.4 mi 5.3
Lodi High School Lodi 1.6 mi 5.1
Paramus High School Paramus 1.9 mi 8.4
Saddle Brook Middle/High School Saddle Brook 1.5 mi 6.8
Bergen County Academies Hackensack 1.5 mi 8.9
Lodi MS HS Lodi 1.9 mi 5.9
East Brook Middle School Paramus 2.1 mi 8.9
Parkway Elementary School Paramus 2.1 mi 9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,306

Median Home Value

$495,700

Median Rent

$1,932/mo

Population

10,042

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

45.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
George Washington Middle School Wayne, NJ 7.3
Highland Park Middle School Highland Park, NJ 7.3
Marlboro Memorial Middle School Morganville, NJ 7.3
Pittsgrove Township Middle School Pittsgrove, NJ 7.3
Quibbletown Middle School Piscataway, NJ 7.3
Stonebridge Middle School Allentown, NJ 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maywood Avenue School

What grades does Maywood Avenue School serve?

Maywood Avenue School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Maywood Avenue School?

Maywood Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maywood Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maywood Avenue 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 Maywood Avenue School rank in NJ?

Maywood Avenue School ranks #731 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Maywood Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maywood Avenue 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 Maywood Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maywood Avenue School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maywood Avenue School a charter school?

No, Maywood Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maywood Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Maywood Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maywood Avenue School?

16.4% of students at Maywood Avenue 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

District

Maywood School District
District Enrollment
1,010
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,972
District Rank
#1 of 2

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