School Overview
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School, located on East Henry Street in Linden, New Jersey, serves as a central hub for the district’s middle-level education. As part of the Linden Public Schools system, the institution focuses on fostering academic growth and social-emotional development for students during their transitional years between elementary and high school. The school is committed to providing a structured environment that prepares students for the rigor of the secondary level while encouraging participation in extracurricular activities that promote a well-rounded educational experience.

The school places a significant emphasis on community engagement and inclusive learning, striving to meet the diverse needs of its student population through a variety of instructional strategies. By leveraging its location within the Linden community, Joseph E. Soehl Middle School works to cultivate a supportive culture where faculty, staff, and parents collaborate to ensure student success. Whether through core academic subjects or supplemental programs, the school aims to instill the foundational skills and citizenship values necessary for students to thrive as they progress toward graduation.
710
Total Students
60.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
75.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Joseph E. Soehl Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White75
Hispanic347
Black241
Asian10
Two or More35
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    347 (48.9%)
  • Black
    241 (33.9%)
  • White
    75 (10.6%)
  • Two or More
    35 (4.9%)
  • Asian
    10 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (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: Linden Public School District
Phone: (908)486-0550
Website: http://www.linden.k12.nj.us/schools/soehl/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 448
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 86
Grades Taught
Grade 6 232
Grade 7 250
Grade 8 228

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Joseph E. Soehl Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6232
Grade 7250
Grade 8228
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Joseph E. Soehl Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32746.1%
Male38353.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)