Excellent
#211 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 9% in state
Mount Arlington Public School
Middle School · Mount Arlington Public School District
235 HOWARD BOULEVARD, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#211 of 2,466
In Mt. Arlington
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Mount Arlington Public School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mount Arlington Public School
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About Mount Arlington Public School
Mount Arlington Public School is a public middle school in Mt. Arlington, NJ, part of Mount Arlington Public School District. Mount Arlington Public School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Mount Arlington Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #211 of 2,466 schools in NJ. Structured state assessment records for Mount Arlington Public School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Mount Arlington Public 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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Mount Arlington Public School — Students at Mount Arlington Public School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 8.5/10.
How Mount Arlington Public School Compares
See how Mount Arlington Public 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
235 HOWARD BOULEVARD, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Arlington Public School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eisenhower Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), a more accessible option. Another option is Hopatcong Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hopatcong), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lincoln/Roosevelt School (rated 5.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mt. Arlington, see our Mt. Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07856 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,397
Median Home Value
$389,500
Median Rent
$2,374/mo
Population
4,280
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
68%
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
47.5
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| Community Middle School Bound Brook, NJ | 8.4 |
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport, NJ | 8.4 |
| Union Township Middle School Hampton, NJ | 8.4 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch, NJ | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Arlington Public School
What grades does Mount Arlington Public School serve?
Mount Arlington Public School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Arlington Public School?
Mount Arlington Public School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Arlington Public School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Arlington Public School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Arlington Public School rank in NJ?
Mount Arlington Public School ranks #211 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mount Arlington Public School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Arlington Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Mount Arlington Public School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Arlington Public School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mount Arlington Public School a charter school?
No, Mount Arlington Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Arlington Public School a Title I school?
No, Mount Arlington Public School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Arlington Public School?
18.0% of students at Mount Arlington Public 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
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (973) 398-4400
Resources & Links
District
Mount Arlington Public School District- District Enrollment
- 357
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,614
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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