Middle School # 4

Middle School #4 serves 751 students in grades 6 through 8 in Jersey City's affluent 07302 neighborhood. With 48 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school earns a solid 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #598 out of 2,475 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 76th percentile of New Jersey schools.

Academically, 55% of students demonstrate proficiency in ELA/Reading, while 40% achieve proficiency in mathematics, indicating particular strengths in language arts with room for growth in mathematical skills. The school draws from an exceptionally well-educated community where 79% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $165,235. This highly educated parent population, combined with low poverty rates of just 7.3%, creates a supportive environment for student learning.

The neighborhood's median home value of $862,800 reflects the area's desirability and economic stability. Located on Bright Street in Jersey City's prosperous ZIP code 07302, Middle School #4 operates within a large city setting that offers students access to urban resources while serving a community with strong educational values and economic advantages.