BUZZ ALDRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL

BUZZ ALDRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Montclair Public School District school district, located in UPPER MONTCLAIR, NJ with about 658 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 63 teachers, BUZZ ALDRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

BUZZ ALDRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the affluent neighborhood of Upper Montclair, New Jersey, is a prominent public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Montclair Public Schools district, it is well-regarded for its commitment to a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The school is named after the legendary Apollo 11 astronaut and Montclair native, a legacy that often inspires a strong emphasis on academic excellence, inquiry-based learning, and the cultivation of curiosity among its student body.

Academically, the school provides a comprehensive middle school curriculum that integrates traditional core subjects with a focus on preparing students for the rigors of high school. Beyond the classroom, Buzz Aldrin is known for fostering a vibrant school culture through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and clubs that cater to diverse student interests. By focusing on both the social-emotional growth and intellectual development of its students, the school aims to create a supportive community that encourages personal responsibility and civic engagement in a rapidly changing world.

For more information, contact BUZZ ALDRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL at (973) 509-4220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

173 BELLEVUE AVE
UPPER MONTCLAIR, NJ 07042
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BUZZ ALDRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in UPPER MONTCLAIR, NJ with about 658 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
658
Teachers:
63.3
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 658 students

White
51.2%
Black or African American
24.5%
Hispanic/Latino
12.8%
Asian
6.4%
Two or more races
4.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
43.2%
Male
56.8%

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.