For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 300 students in 07018, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07018, NJ are Pride Academy Charter School and Benjamin Banneker Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07018 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07018, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07018, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pride Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
117 Elmwood Ave
East Orange, NJ 07018
(973) 672-3200
East Orange, NJ 07018
(973) 672-3200
Gr: 5-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Banneker Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Clinton Street
East Orange, NJ 07018
(973) 266-4320
East Orange, NJ 07018
(973) 266-4320
Gr: PK-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07018, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07018, NJ include Pride Academy Charter School and Benjamin Banneker Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 07018?
2 public middle schools are located in 07018.
What is the racial composition of students in 07018?
07018 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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