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#1553 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Middle School # 4
Middle School · Jersey City Public Schools
107 BRIGHT STREET, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,553 of 2,466
In Jersey City
#29 of 52
public schools
In district
#21 of 39
Jersey City Public Schools
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Middle School # 4
Middle School in Jersey City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Middle School # 4
Middle School # 4 is a public middle school in Jersey City, NJ, part of Jersey City Public Schools. Middle School # 4 serves approximately 751 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle School # 4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,553 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Middle School # 4 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Middle School # 4 — Students at Middle School # 4 score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
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
→ 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: 5.6/10.
How Middle School # 4 Compares
See how Middle School # 4 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
107 BRIGHT STREET, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle School # 4 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HAMILTON PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,854
Median Home Value
$853,700
Median Rent
$2,960/mo
Population
55,448
College Educated
80%
Homeownership
24.3%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle School # 4
What grades does Middle School # 4 serve?
Middle School # 4 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Middle School # 4?
Middle School # 4 has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle School # 4?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle School # 4 is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middle School # 4 rank in NJ?
Middle School # 4 ranks #1,553 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Middle School # 4's MySchoolScout rating?
Middle School # 4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Middle School # 4?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle School # 4 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Middle School # 4 a charter school?
No, Middle School # 4 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle School # 4 a Title I school?
No, Middle School # 4 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle School # 4?
51.1% of students at Middle School # 4 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
- 751
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (201) 946-5740
Resources & Links
District
Jersey City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,293
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,525
- District Rank
- #21 of 39
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