For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 669 students in 07405, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07405, NJ are Pearl R. Miller Middle School and Richard Butler School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07405 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07405, NJ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07405, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl R. Miller Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
117 Kiel Avenue
Butler, NJ 07405
(973) 838-5250
Butler, NJ 07405
(973) 838-5250
Gr: 6-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Richard Butler School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
30 Pearl Place
Butler, NJ 07405
(973) 492-2079
Butler, NJ 07405
(973) 492-2079
Gr: 5-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07405, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07405, NJ include Pearl R. Miller Middle School and Richard Butler School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07405?
2 public middle schools are located in 07405.
What is the racial composition of students in 07405?
07405 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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