New Jersey Schools Development Authority Awards $91.75M Contract for West New York Middle School

• The New Jersey Schools Development Authority awarded Terminal Construction Corporation a $91.75 million design-build contract for a new middle school in West New York, New Jersey.
• The 162,000-square-foot school at 6400–6415 Broadway will serve 862 students in grades six through eight with 30 classrooms and specialized learning facilities.
• Construction is expected to begin within six to nine months, with completion targeted for the 2028–2029 academic year.

What the new school project includes

A major public school project is moving forward in West New York, New Jersey, where construction is preparing to begin on the West New York Middle School at 6400–6415 Broadway. The project will deliver a 162,000-square-foot academic facility designed by DMR Architects. The building will accommodate 862 middle school students across 30 classrooms. The facility will also feature several specialized spaces designed to support modern curriculum needs. Planned amenities include six science laboratories, a STEAM lab, three art rooms, a dance studio, and dedicated spaces for instrumental and vocal music classes. The site sits between 64th and 65th Streets along Broadway.

What the design means for the new campus

Renderings show the school rising from a wide podium structure with a modern façade. The lower levels will feature blue and earth-toned panels with large windows, creating an open and visible street presence at the corner of 64th Street and Broadway. Upper floors will transition to a brick façade in beige, brown, and white tones, giving the building a more traditional institutional appearance. The structure will ultimately rise to a flat roof design typical for urban public school buildings. The design aims to combine a contemporary entrance with durable materials suitable for long-term institutional use.

What the site redevelopment means for the neighborhood

The project replaces a long-vacant parcel previously occupied by the Warminster Building, which was demolished in the early 2010s. For years, the site remained unused before crews began clearing and leveling the land late last year in preparation for development. Transforming the empty lot into a major school facility represents a significant redevelopment step for the neighborhood while addressing growing enrollment needs in the West New York school district.

What the investment means for school infrastructure

The project is part of a broader $121.8 million investment in school infrastructure across West New York. The New Jersey Schools Development Authority selected Terminal Construction Corporation earlier this year to deliver the project through a design-build contract valued at $91.75 million. Large public school developments like this often use design-build contracts to streamline construction timelines and coordinate design and engineering under a single contractor.

What the timeline means for project delivery

The district expects construction to begin once the final plans are completed within the next six to nine months. If the timeline holds, the school will open for the 2028–2029 academic year, providing additional capacity for middle school students in the area. Once completed, the project will add a modern education facility designed to support STEM-focused learning and arts programs, helping address long-term educational demand in West New York.