For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 420 students in 07205, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 07205, NJ is Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07205 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07205, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07205, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
145 Hillside Ave
Hillside, NJ 07205
(908) 352-7664
Hillside, NJ 07205
(908) 352-7664
Gr: 7-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
195 Virginia St-1100 Woodruff
Hillside, NJ 07205
(908) 352-7664
Hillside, NJ 07205
(908) 352-7664
Gr: 7-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07205, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07205, NJ include Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07205?
2 public middle schools are located in 07205.
What is the racial composition of students in 07205?
07205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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