Serving 610 students in grades 6-8, Lyndhurst Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyndhurst Middle School's student population of 610 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 975% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Lyndhurst Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyndhurst Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1345 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
43%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
46%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyndhurst Middle School's ranking?
Lyndhurst Middle School is ranked #1345 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lyndhurst Middle School?
610 students attend Lyndhurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lyndhurst Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyndhurst Middle School?
Lyndhurst Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyndhurst Middle School offer ?
Lyndhurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyndhurst Middle School part of?
Lyndhurst Middle School is part of Lyndhurst Public School District.
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