Excellent
#93 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 4% in state
Union School
Middle School · Rutherford School District
359 UNION AVE, Rutherford, NJ 07070
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#93 of 2,466
In Rutherford
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Rutherford School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Union School
Middle School in Rutherford · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Union School
Union School is a public middle school in Rutherford, NJ, part of Rutherford School District. Union School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Union School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Union School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Union 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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Union School — Students at Union School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 9.3/10.
How Union School Compares
See how Union 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
359 UNION AVE, Rutherford, NJ 07070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pierrepont School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Alfred S. Faust Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby East Rutherford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rutherford, see our Rutherford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington School Rutherford | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln School Rutherford | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Rutherford High School Rutherford | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| McKenzie School East Rutherford | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Pierrepont School Rutherford | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln School East Rutherford | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Alfred S. Faust Middle School East Rutherford | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL-EAST RUTHERFORD East Rutherford | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mario Drago School No. 3 Passaic | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| School #8 Clifton | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Jefferson School Lyndhurst | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC BOYS' Passaic | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School Wallington | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Wallington Junior Senior High School Wallington | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC GIRLS Passaic | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| MESIVTA OF CLIFTON Clifton | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Memorial School Lyndhurst | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MESIVTA OF NORTH JERSEY Passaic | 1.4 mi | — |
| Carlstadt Public School Carlstadt | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,069
Median Home Value
$580,800
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
18,748
College Educated
58.8%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fieldstone Middle School Montvale, NJ | 8.8 |
| Lincoln Middle School Hawthorne, NJ | 8.8 |
| Markham Place School Little Silver, NJ | 8.8 |
| Richard Butler School Butler, NJ | 8.8 |
| Ocean City Intermediate School Ocean City, NJ | 8.9 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell, NJ | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union School
What grades does Union School serve?
Union School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Union School?
Union School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union School rank in NJ?
Union School ranks #93 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Union School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Union School a charter school?
No, Union School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union School a Title I school?
No, Union School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union School?
6.2% of students at Union 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (201) 438-7675
Resources & Links
District
Rutherford School District- District Enrollment
- 2,544
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,219
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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