At a glance
Reported students
1,130
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
80
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
02–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Jersey middle enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 440 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
729
Terence C. Reilly School No 7: 1,130 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
14.1:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 964
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.6:1
What the reported data says about Terence C. Reilly School No 7
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 is a public middle school serving grades 02–08 in Elizabeth. It is one of 37 current school records connected to Elizabeth Public Schools. NCES reports 1,130 students for 2024–25.
Among 440 middle schools in New Jersey with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 543 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.1:1, above the New Jersey median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (74.2%) and Black (14.2%). English learners represent 11.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Terence C. Reilly School No 7
- 1How do the reported 14.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 80 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 78.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.2%
- Hispanic74.2%
- Black14.2%
- Asian4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial0%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Elizabeth Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
William F. Halloran School No.22
Middle · Grades 02–08
1,140 reported students
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
High · Grades 09–12
1,144 reported students
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
High · Grades 09–12
1,015 reported students
Toussaint L'Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6
Elementary · Grades PK–08
1,001 reported students
Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy
High · Grades 09–12
1,268 reported students
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy
High · Grades 09–12
1,272 reported students
Public schools near Terence C. Reilly School No 7
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| William F. Halloran School No.22 Middle · Elizabeth Public Schools | 02–08 | 1,140 | 0.7 mi |
| Hillside Innovation Academy Middle · Hillside Public School District | 07–08 | 97 | 2.8 mi |
| Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Middle · Linden Public School District | 06–08 | 710 | 3.2 mi |
| Richmond Preparatory Charter School Middle · Charter · Richmond Preparatory Charter School | 06–10 | 365 | 3.4 mi |
| Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School Middle · Hillside Public School District | 07–08 | 323 | 3.5 mi |
| Leonard V Moore Middle School Middle · Roselle Public School District | 05–06 | 485 | 3.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Terence C. Reilly School No 7
What grades does Terence C. Reilly School No 7 serve?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 reports grades 02–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Elizabeth Public Schools.
How many students attend Terence C. Reilly School No 7?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 reported 1,130 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 440 New Jersey middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 964 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Terence C. Reilly School No 7?
The calculated ratio is 14.1:1, based on 1,130 students and 80 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Jersey median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Terence C. Reilly School No 7 a public, charter, or magnet school?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Terence C. Reilly School No 7 students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
78.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Terence C. Reilly School No 7 in?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 is part of Elizabeth Public Schools, based in Elizabeth, NJ, which operates 37 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Terence C. Reilly School No 7?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include William F. Halloran School No.22 (0.7 mi), Hillside Innovation Academy (2.8 mi), Joseph E. Soehl Middle School (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.