Very Good
#762 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 31% in state
Roy W. Brown Middle School
Middle School · Bergenfield Borough School District
130 S WASHINGTON AVE, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#762 of 2,466
In Bergenfield
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Bergenfield Borough School District
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Roy W. Brown Middle School
Middle School in Bergenfield · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Roy W. Brown Middle School
Roy W. Brown Middle School is a public middle school in Bergenfield, NJ, part of Bergenfield Borough School District. Roy W.
Brown Middle School serves approximately 792 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Roy W. Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #762 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Roy W. Brown Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Roy W. Brown Middle School — Students at Roy W. Brown Middle School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
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: 6.9/10.
How Roy W. Brown Middle School Compares
See how Roy W. Brown Middle 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
130 S WASHINGTON AVE, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roy W. Brown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. David E. Owens Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Milford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Janis E. Dismus Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Englewood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bergenfield, see our Bergenfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,083
Median Home Value
$469,200
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
28,269
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roy W. Brown Middle School
What grades does Roy W. Brown Middle School serve?
Roy W. Brown Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Roy W. Brown Middle School?
Roy W. Brown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roy W. Brown Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Roy W. Brown Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roy W. Brown Middle School rank in NJ?
Roy W. Brown Middle School ranks #762 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Roy W. Brown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Roy W. Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Roy W. Brown Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roy W. Brown Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Roy W. Brown Middle School a charter school?
No, Roy W. Brown Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roy W. Brown Middle School a Title I school?
No, Roy W. Brown Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roy W. Brown Middle School?
36.2% of students at Roy W. Brown 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
- 792
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.4%
- Phone
- (201) 385-8847
Resources & Links
District
Bergenfield Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 3,710
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,439
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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