Hackensack Middle School

www.hackensackschools.org/Middle.cfm?subpage=239373

1,399 Students

Middle School 5th - 8th

School Overview

Hackensack Middle School, located at 360 Union Street in Hackensack, New Jersey, serves as a central hub for the district’s adolescent learners. As a key part of the Hackensack Public Schools system, the school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of middle-grade students. The facility is designed to support a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects alongside opportunities for elective exploration and skill building.

Beyond its academic offerings, Hackensack Middle School places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive and inclusive school culture. The administration and staff prioritize community engagement, encouraging parental involvement and partnerships to support student success. With a commitment to preparing students for the rigors of high school and beyond, the school utilizes a variety of resources, extracurricular activities, and support services to ensure that every student has the environment necessary to thrive during these formative years.

1,399

Total Students

127.7

Full-Time Teachers

11.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

70.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hackensack Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	60
Hispanic	994
Black	265
Asian	55
Two or More	22
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
994 (71.1%)
Black
265 (18.9%)
White
60 (4.3%)
Asian
55 (3.9%)
Two or More
22 (1.6%)
American Indian
2 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hackensack School District
Phone:	(201)646-7842
Website:	http://www.hackensackschools.org/Middle.cfm?subpage=239373
Grade Range:	5th - 8th
Total Students:	1,399
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	127.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	869
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	120

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 5 349

Grade 6 369

Grade 7 337

Grade 8 344