Serving 265 students in grades 6-8, Woodcliff Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodcliff Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Woodcliff Middle School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Woodcliff Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodcliff Middle School is 0.38, 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
#169 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
78%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
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 Woodcliff Middle School's ranking?
Woodcliff Middle School is ranked #169 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Woodcliff Middle School often compared to?
Woodcliff 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Woodcliff Middle School?
265 students attend Woodcliff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Woodcliff Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodcliff Middle School?
Woodcliff Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woodcliff Middle School offer ?
Woodcliff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodcliff Middle School part of?
Woodcliff Middle School is part of Woodcliff Lake School District.
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