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#767 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 31% in state

School #6/middle School

Middle School · Cliffside Park School District

440 OAKDENE AVE, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

Enrollment

669

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#767 of 2,466

In Cliffside Park

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Cliffside Park School District

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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School #6/middle School

7.2/10

Middle School in Cliffside Park · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About School #6/middle School

School #6/middle School is a public middle school in Cliffside Park, NJ, part of Cliffside Park School District. School #6/middle School serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. School #6/middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for School #6/middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,837
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

School #6/middle School — Students at School #6/middle School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
40.9%
ELA
55.7%
2025
Math
47.8%
ELA
56.4%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How School #6/middle School Compares

See how School #6/middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
69th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

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

440 OAKDENE AVE, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School #6/middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lewis F. Cole Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln School (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Fairview), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cliffside Park, see our Cliffside Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bergen Boulevard School Ridgefield 0.3 mi 6.8
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLIFFSIDE PARK Cliffside Park 0.3 mi
School #4 Cliffside Park 0.3 mi 7.6
Cliffside Park High School Cliffside Park 0.4 mi 5.0
Number Three School Fairview 0.5 mi 5.7
School #3 Cliffside Park 0.6 mi 7.7
Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield 0.5 mi 4.9
CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park 0.6 mi
Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park 0.9 mi 5.0
Lincoln School Fairview 0.9 mi 6.3
Shaler Academy Ridgefield 0.7 mi 7.3
Lincoln School Annex Fairview 0.9 mi 4.3
School #5 Cliffside Park 1.0 mi 7.0
Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield 0.9 mi 6.7
Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater 0.8 mi 6.7
School No. 4 Fort Lee 1.0 mi 5.3
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park 1.5 mi 5.3
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park 1.5 mi 6.6
Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park 1.6 mi 4.6
Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee 1.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,960

Median Home Value

$577,200

Median Rent

$1,783/mo

Population

25,580

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

41

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Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield, NJ 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School #6/middle School

What grades does School #6/middle School serve?

School #6/middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend School #6/middle School?

School #6/middle School has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School #6/middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at School #6/middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School #6/middle School rank in NJ?

School #6/middle School ranks #767 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is School #6/middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

School #6/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 School #6/middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School #6/middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is School #6/middle School a charter school?

No, School #6/middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School #6/middle School a Title I school?

No, School #6/middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School #6/middle School?

58.9% of students at School #6/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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Cliffside Park School District
District Enrollment
3,164
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,837
District Rank
#3 of 5

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