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#255 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 48% of private schools
Banyan Upper School
High School
471 MAIN ST, Little Falls, NJ 07424
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#255 of 534
In Little Falls
#2 of 2
public schools
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Banyan Upper School
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About Banyan Upper School
Banyan Upper School is a private high school in Little Falls, NJ. Banyan Upper School serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Banyan Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Banyan Upper School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.3:1 students to teachers, Banyan Upper School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Banyan Upper School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Banyan Upper School compares to the 4 public schools in Little Falls, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Little Falls
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Banyan Upper School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 3 | 5.5 |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 1 | 7.8 |
| Passaic Valley Regional High School | 5.6 |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 2 | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
471 MAIN ST, Little Falls, NJ 07424
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Banyan Upper School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Essex High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Caldwell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedar Grove High School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cedar Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Passaic Valley Regional High School (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Little Falls, see our Little Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,122
Median Home Value
$477,300
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
27,475
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
44
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|---|---|
| CRAIG SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL Montville, NJ | 6.5 |
| HOLMSTEAD SCHOOL Ridgewood, NJ | 6.5 |
| MESIVTA OF CLIFTON Clifton, NJ | 6.5 |
| FOXMAN TORAH INSTITUTE Cherry Hill, NJ | 6.6 |
| Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater, NJ | 6.4 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF BAYONNE Bayonne, NJ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Banyan Upper School
What grades does Banyan Upper School serve?
Banyan Upper School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Banyan Upper School?
Banyan Upper School has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Banyan Upper School?
The student-teacher ratio at Banyan Upper School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Banyan Upper School rank in NJ?
Banyan Upper School ranks #255 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Banyan Upper School's MySchoolScout rating?
Banyan Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Banyan Upper School a private school?
Yes, Banyan Upper School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Banyan Upper School a religious school?
No, Banyan Upper School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 785-1919
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