Midland Park School District, NJ

Original Research by School Decision on Midland Park School District

The Midland Park School District serves students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade in suburban Bergen County. The district operates three schools: an elementary school, another elementary school, and a combined junior/senior high school. Total enrollment is modest for a K-12 district of this grade span.

Academically, the district performs well on state assessments, with English language arts standing out as a particular strength. By the upper elementary grades, a large majority of students meet the state’s proficiency bar in reading and writing, and that strong performance continues into middle school. Math proficiency is solid across grades, with a majority of students scoring proficient or above at every tested grade level. The overall proficiency index, which combines all tested subjects and grades, places the district above the midpoint among Bergen County’s districts.

Science results show a sharper contrast. In fifth grade, about half of students meet the state’s science proficiency standard. By eighth grade, that share drops considerably. A parent may want to ask the district about curriculum and instruction in middle school science to understand what drives this pattern.

The student body is predominantly white, with a Hispanic population representing the next largest group and small shares of students who are Asian, Black, or identify as two or more races. Data on the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals, as well as students with disabilities and English learners, was not available. Without that information, it is difficult to assess the district’s range of student support services or the level of economic diversity in the schools.

Chronic absenteeism is very low, placing the district in the top quartile among Bergen County’s districts. This suggests strong attendance habits and consistent school engagement. Per-pupil current spending is in the upper range compared with other county districts, signaling that the district invests relatively heavily in its schools. The district’s spending and enrollment profile together paint a picture of a community-funded system with ample resources per student.

No graduation rate data was available for this district, so it is not possible to assess how well it carries students through to a diploma. A family considering the district for the secondary years may want to ask the high school directly about its graduation outcomes, college-going rates, and postsecondary planning programs.

No recent district-level changes, strategic initiatives, or facility updates were found in publicly available material. Absent that information, this assessment reflects only the academic and demographic snapshot provided by the state testing data and the district’s basic profile.

Housing in the district’s attendance area is expensive. The weighted home value estimate across the contributing zip codes places the district well above national and state benchmarks. A small portion of the district draws from a Ridgewood zip code with even higher valuations, but the bulk of the district is in Midland Park itself, where home values are still high relative to the state average. Rental prices are also elevated. For families moving into the area, the housing market is a significant factor in the overall cost of accessing this district.

The district occupies a middle-to-upper position within Bergen County on academic performance, with notably strong literacy outcomes through eighth grade and math results that hold steady across the tested grades. The science drop-off in middle school is the softest spot in an otherwise solid academic profile. Families who value high literacy rates, strong attendance, and a well-funded school system in an expensive suburban housing market will find much that fits. Those with a particular interest in middle school science or who need information on graduation outcomes, special education, or English learner services may need to seek additional detail directly from the district.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

897

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 19%

Black 1%

White 73%

Asian 2%

Two+ 5%

Am. Indian / AK Native 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

—

66%

Gr 4

—

80%

Gr 5

—

84%

Gr 6

—

93%

Gr 7

—

80%

Gr 8

—

89%

Math

Gr 3

—

65%

Gr 4

—

69%

Gr 5

—

61%

Gr 6

—

70%

Gr 7

—

54%

Gr 8

—

59%

Science

Gr 5

—

53%

Gr 8

—

21%

Schools in this District

3 schools are officially reported under this district.

Midland Park Jr./Sr. High School

Highland Elementary School

Godwin Elementary School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

63%

Grade 3

61%

Grade 4

60%

Grade 5

66%

Grade 6

56%

Grade 7

57%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

66%

Grade 3

76%

Grade 4

83%

Grade 5

93%

Grade 6

81%

Grade 7

88%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

52%

Grade 5

22%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$744,780

Year-over-year change+4.5%

Range across 2 ZIP codes$742K to $1.2M

vs. state typical1.30x

vs. national typical2.02x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (2 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
07432	Midland Park	$742K	+4.5%	99.4%
07450	Ridgewood	$1.2M	+7.9%	0.6%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$4,183/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (1 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
07450	Ridgewood	$4,183	—	0.6%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$3,758/mo

Home price / national median income8.9x

Annual rent / national median income60.0%

Rent exceeds est. mortgage by$425/mo

Market Activity: Bergen County

Median listing price$799,000

Median listing price YoY-0.1%

Median price per sq ft$417

Median price per sq ft YoY+2.7%

Median days on market25.5 days

Median days on market YoY+6.3%

Active listings1,549

Active listings YoY+20.4%

New listings1,132

New listings YoY+11.4%

Pending listings270

Pending listings YoY+18.9%

Hotness: median listing price$799,000

Supply score97.6

Supply score YoY+0.2%

Demand score66.5

Demand score YoY-3.0%

Median listing price (12 months)

Median price per sq ft (12 months)

Median days on market (12 months)

Active listings (12 months)

New listings (12 months)

Pending listings (12 months)

Hotness: median listing price (12 months)

Supply score (12 months)

Demand score (12 months)

Comparison

State typical home value$571,373 (+3.4% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

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