LEONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Leonia Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Leonia Public School District school district, located in Leonia, NJ with about 534 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, Leonia Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Leonia Middle School, located at 500 Broad Avenue in Leonia, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8 within the Leonia Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that prepares students for the academic rigors of high school. The curriculum emphasizes a balanced approach, integrating core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with opportunities for creative exploration and personal development.

Beyond the classroom, Leonia Middle School prides itself on a strong community spirit, encouraging student participation in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional learning, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens. Its central location in the diverse Borough of Leonia allows the school to benefit from a tight-knit community atmosphere, where faculty, staff, and parents collaborate closely to ensure each student has the resources and guidance necessary to succeed during these critical formative years.

For more information, contact Leonia Middle School at (201) 302-5200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 Broad Avenue
Leonia, NJ 07605
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LEONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Leonia, NJ with about 534 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
534
Teachers:
48.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 534 students

Asian
40.6%
White
31.1%
Hispanic/Latino
19.7%
Two or more races
4.5%
Black or African American
3.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
46.3%
Male
53.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.