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Union Avenue Middle School
Middle School · Irvington Public School District
427 UNION AVE, Irvington, NJ 07111
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,552 of 2,466
In Irvington
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Irvington Public School District
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Union Avenue Middle School
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About Union Avenue Middle School
Union Avenue Middle School is a public middle school in Irvington, NJ, part of Irvington Public School District. Union Avenue Middle School serves approximately 728 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,552 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Union Avenue Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Union Avenue Middle School — Students at Union Avenue Middle School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
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: 7.6/10.
How Union Avenue Middle School Compares
See how Union Avenue 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
427 UNION AVE, Irvington, NJ 07111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Avenue Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hurden Looker School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hillside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ola Edwards Community School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hillside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvington, see our Irvington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,232
Median Home Value
$291,500
Median Rent
$1,324/mo
Population
60,334
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
29.3%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
34.9
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| Delran Middle School Delran, NJ | 5.9 |
| Middle School # 4 Jersey City, NJ | 5.9 |
| North Brunswick Twp. Middle School North Brunswick, NJ | 5.9 |
| Roselle Park Middle School Roselle Park, NJ | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Edison, NJ | 5.9 |
| Janis E. Dismus Middle School Englewood, NJ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Avenue Middle School
What grades does Union Avenue Middle School serve?
Union Avenue Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Union Avenue Middle School?
Union Avenue Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 728 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Avenue Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Avenue Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Avenue Middle School rank in NJ?
Union Avenue Middle School ranks #1,552 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Union Avenue Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Avenue Middle School 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 Union Avenue Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Avenue Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Union Avenue Middle School a charter school?
No, Union Avenue Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Avenue Middle School a Title I school?
No, Union Avenue Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Avenue Middle School?
67.2% of students at Union Avenue 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
- 728
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (973) 399-6885
Resources & Links
District
Irvington Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,770
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,651
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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