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Autistic Continuum
School · Bergen County Special Services School District
540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,941 of 2,466
In Paramus
#13 of 17
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Bergen County Special Services School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Autistic Continuum
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About Autistic Continuum
Autistic Continuum is a public school in Paramus, NJ, part of Bergen County Special Services School District. Autistic Continuum serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Autistic Continuum has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,941 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Autistic Continuum show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Autistic Continuum sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 3.6:1 students to teachers, Autistic Continuum sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Autistic Continuum — Students at Autistic Continuum score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Autistic Continuum Compares
See how Autistic Continuum performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Autistic Continuum may also want to explore other schools in the area. EPIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Paramus Borough), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Life Skills Continuum (rated 6.0/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Paramus, see our Paramus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Continuum Paramus | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Behavioral Continuum Paramus | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Life Skills Continuum Paramus | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Multiple Disabilities Continuum Paramus | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 0.1 mi | — |
| N. A. Bleshman Regional Day School Paramus | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| BERGEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oradell | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Memorial Elementary School Paramus | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW ALLIANCE ACADEMY THE Paramus | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Ridge Ranch Elementary School Paramus | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL Paramus | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| EPIC SCHOOL Paramus Borough | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY Paramus | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Oradell Public School Oradell | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Westwood Regional High School Township Of Washington | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge | 1.4 mi | — |
| River Dell Regional High School Oradell | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| West Brook Middle School Paramus | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Parkway Elementary School Paramus | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,707
Median Home Value
$736,000
Median Rent
$2,845/mo
Population
26,500
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
49.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood, NJ | 5.2 |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Continuum Paramus, NJ | 4.7 |
| SATMAR CHEDER/UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Lakewood, NJ | 4.5 |
| BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch, NJ | 5.7 |
| NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pompton Plains, NJ | 5.8 |
| MELAMED ACADEMY East Brunswick, NJ | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Autistic Continuum
What grades does Autistic Continuum serve?
Autistic Continuum serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Autistic Continuum?
Autistic Continuum has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Autistic Continuum?
The student-teacher ratio at Autistic Continuum is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Autistic Continuum rank in NJ?
Autistic Continuum ranks #1,941 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Autistic Continuum's MySchoolScout rating?
Autistic Continuum has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Autistic Continuum?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Autistic Continuum has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Autistic Continuum a charter school?
No, Autistic Continuum is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Autistic Continuum a Title I school?
No, Autistic Continuum is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Autistic Continuum?
15.6% of students at Autistic Continuum qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 343-6000
Resources & Links
District
Bergen County Special Services School District- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $166,471
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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