Serving 769 students in grades 6-8, South Orange Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Orange Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
South Orange Middle School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
South Orange Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Orange Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
8%
34%
Black
21%
15%
White
57%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Orange Middle School's ranking?
South Orange Middle School is ranked #570 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are South Orange Middle School often compared to?
South Orange Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend South Orange Middle School?
769 students attend South Orange Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Orange Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Orange Middle School?
South Orange Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Orange Middle School offer ?
South Orange Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Orange Middle School part of?
South Orange Middle School is part of South Orange-Maplewood School District.
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