For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,699 students in 07083, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07083, NJ are Kawameeh Middle School and Burnet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07083 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07083, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07083, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kawameeh Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
490 David Terrace
Union, NJ 07083
(908) 851-6570
Union, NJ 07083
(908) 851-6570
Gr: 5-8 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Burnet Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Caldwell Avenue
Union, NJ 07083
(908) 851-6490
Union, NJ 07083
(908) 851-6490
Gr: 5-8 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07083, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07083, NJ include Kawameeh Middle School and Burnet Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07083?
2 public middle schools are located in 07083.
What is the racial composition of students in 07083?
07083 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% 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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