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University Middle School
Middle School · Irvington Public School District
255 MYRTLE AVE, Irvington, NJ 07111
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,006 of 2,466
In Irvington
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Irvington Public School District
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University Middle School
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About University Middle School
University Middle School is a public middle school in Irvington, NJ, part of Irvington Public School District. University Middle School serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. University Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,006 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for University Middle School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at University Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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University Middle School — Students at University Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
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: 6.6/10.
How University Middle School Compares
See how University 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
255 MYRTLE AVE, Irvington, NJ 07111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering University Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. University High School (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ivy Hill Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Speedway Avenue School (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvington, see our Irvington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| University Elementary School Irvington | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Burch Charter School of Excellence Irvington | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Madison Avenue Irvington | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Grove Street Elementary School Irvington | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Irvington | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Speedway Avenue School Newark | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| South 17th Street School Newark | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Fourteenth Avenue School Newark | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Irvington High School Irvington | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Newark Sch of Data Science and Information Technology Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Augusta Preschool Academy Irvington | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Ivy Hill Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Orange | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Langston Hughes Elementary School East Orange | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| University High School Newark | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Pride Academy Charter School East Orange | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Hawthorne Avenue School Newark | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood 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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|---|---|
| Florence Riverfront School Florence, NJ | 5.0 |
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| Phillipsburg Middle School Phillipsburg, NJ | 5.0 |
| Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic, NJ | 5.1 |
| New Roberto Clemente Paterson, NJ | 5.1 |
| Richard C Crockett Middle School Hamilton, NJ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about University Middle School
What grades does University Middle School serve?
University Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend University Middle School?
University Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at University Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at University Middle School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does University Middle School rank in NJ?
University Middle School ranks #2,006 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is University Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
University Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 University Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, University Middle School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is University Middle School a charter school?
No, University Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is University Middle School a Title I school?
No, University Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for University Middle School?
69.6% of students at University 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
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (973) 399-6879
Resources & Links
District
Irvington Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,770
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,651
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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