For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 3,936 students in 07302, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07302, NJ are Explore Middle School, Dr. Michael Conti School and Beloved Community Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 07302 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 07302, NJ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07302, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Explore Middle School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
180 9th Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6395
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 631-6395
Gr: 6-8 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Michael Conti School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
182 Merseles St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4300
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4300
Gr: PK-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Beloved Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
508 Grand Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 630-4700
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 630-4700
Gr: K-12 | 1,573 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Middle School # 4
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
107 Bright Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 946-5740
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 946-5740
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Rafael Cordero Y Molina
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Erie St
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4390
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 714-4390
Gr: PK-8 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 07302, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 07302, NJ include Explore Middle School, Dr. Michael Conti School and Beloved Community Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 07302?
5 public middle schools are located in 07302.
What is the racial composition of students in 07302?
07302 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).
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