Middle Schools in Teaneck School District

The Teaneck School District in New Jersey is home to two middle schools: Thomas Jefferson Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School. Both schools serve grades 6-8 and face challenges in meeting state benchmarks, particularly in Mathematics.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School consistently outperforms Benjamin Franklin Middle School in statewide rankings, though both are in the bottom half of New Jersey middle schools. Thomas Jefferson stands out with exceptional performance in 8th grade English Language Arts, Algebra I, and a lower chronic absenteeism rate. In contrast, Benjamin Franklin Middle School excels in 6th grade English Language Arts and maintains a slightly lower student-teacher ratio.

While the schools demonstrate strengths in specific subject areas, both face challenges in meeting state averages. Addressing equity, sharing best practices, and targeted interventions could help drive improvements across the Teaneck School District. Identifying and addressing the factors contributing to the performance differences between the two middle schools could lead to more equitable outcomes for all students.