Middle Schools in Harrison Public Schools

Harrison Public Schools has only one middle school, Washington Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. Located in Harrison, New Jersey, the school has faced academic challenges, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics generally lower than the state averages. However, the school's Algebra I proficiency rates are exceptionally high, suggesting a focus on specific subject areas.

Washington Middle School has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 84.2%, indicating a predominantly low-income student population. The school's per-student spending is higher than the national average for middle schools, and the student-teacher ratio is slightly lower than typical, suggesting that the district is investing resources in the school. Despite these investments, the school's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, from 456 out of 748 in 2022-2023 to 517 out of 743 in 2023-2024.

While Washington Middle School faces academic challenges, the data suggests that there may be opportunities for improvement with the right strategies and interventions. The school's high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio indicate that the district is committed to supporting the school, and with targeted efforts to address the specific areas of weakness, the school may be able to raise its academic performance and statewide ranking.