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#709 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 29% in state

Wood-ridge Intermediate School

Middle School · Wood-Ridge School District

151 FIRST STREET, Wood-ridge, NJ 07075

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#709 of 2,466

In Wood-ridge

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Wood-Ridge School District

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wood-ridge Intermediate School

7.4/10

Middle School in Wood-ridge · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wood-ridge Jr/sr High School

6.4/10

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8.3/10

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About Wood-ridge Intermediate School

Wood-ridge Intermediate School is a public middle school in Wood-ridge, NJ, part of Wood-Ridge School District. Wood-ridge Intermediate School serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wood-ridge Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #709 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Wood-ridge Intermediate School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+2.65 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,053
Chronic Absenteeism3.9%

Wood-ridge Intermediate School — Students at Wood-ridge Intermediate School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
53.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
80%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
57.3%
ELA
70.6%
2025
Math
60%
ELA
73.2%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Wood-ridge Intermediate School Compares

See how Wood-ridge Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

Location

151 FIRST STREET, Wood-ridge, NJ 07075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wood-ridge Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hasbrouck Heights Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alfred S. Faust Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby East Rutherford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wood-ridge, see our Wood-ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School Wood-Ridge 0.3 mi 6.4
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School Wood-Ridge 0.5 mi 8.3
Carlstadt Public School Carlstadt 0.5 mi 7.2
Euclid Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 0.8 mi 9.2
Henry P. Becton Regional High School East Rutherford 1.1 mi 6.6
Alfred S. Faust Middle School East Rutherford 1.0 mi 7.8
Lincoln School East Rutherford 1.1 mi 7.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL-EAST RUTHERFORD East Rutherford 1.1 mi
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights 1.2 mi 7.0
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School Wallington 1.1 mi 7.5
Hilltop School Lodi 1.4 mi 5.2
FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi 1.4 mi
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi 1.4 mi 6.3
Wallington Junior Senior High School Wallington 1.2 mi 6.6
Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights 1.5 mi 8.5
Hasbrouck Heights High School Hasbrouck Heights 1.5 mi 8.7
Lincoln Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 1.5 mi 8.6
Washington School Rutherford 1.4 mi 6.5
Roosevelt School Lodi 1.9 mi 6.9
James Madison School #10 Garfield 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,412

Median Home Value

$532,900

Median Rent

$1,886/mo

Population

10,094

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

64.6%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

39.7

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Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School West Berlin, NJ 7.6
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Sussex Middle School Sussex, NJ 7.2
Stewartsville Middle School Stewartsville, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wood-ridge Intermediate School

What grades does Wood-ridge Intermediate School serve?

Wood-ridge Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Wood-ridge Intermediate School?

Wood-ridge Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wood-ridge Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wood-ridge Intermediate School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wood-ridge Intermediate School rank in NJ?

Wood-ridge Intermediate School ranks #709 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Wood-ridge Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wood-ridge Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Wood-ridge Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wood-ridge Intermediate School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Wood-ridge Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Wood-ridge Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wood-ridge Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Wood-ridge Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wood-ridge Intermediate School?

4.7% of students at Wood-ridge Intermediate 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

District

Wood-Ridge School District
District Enrollment
1,289
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,053
District Rank
#2 of 3

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