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Below Average

#2302 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Community

School · Lyndhurst Public School District

862 Valley Brook Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Lyndhurst. Learn more

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,302 of 2,466

In Lyndhurst

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Lyndhurst Public School District

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Community

4.0/10

School in Lyndhurst · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sacred Heart School

6.2/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Lyndhurst Middle School

6.7/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Community

Community is a public school in Lyndhurst, NJ, part of Lyndhurst Public School District. Community serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,302 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Community 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.3Very Good29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 8 schools in Lyndhurst
College Readiness3.0Needs Improvement43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,343

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Community Compares

See how Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
7th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers

Location

862 Valley Brook Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pierrepont School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rutherford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Veterans Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby North Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lyndhurst, see our Lyndhurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lyndhurst 0.5 mi 6.2
Lyndhurst Middle School Lyndhurst 0.5 mi 6.7
Columbus School Lyndhurst 0.6 mi 5.2
Franklin D Roosevelt Elementary School North Arlington 0.8 mi 5.3
Washington School Lyndhurst 0.8 mi 5.3
Jefferson School Lyndhurst 1.1 mi 5.3
Lyndhurst High School Lyndhurst 0.9 mi 4.9
Pierrepont School Rutherford 1.2 mi 8.2
Memorial School Lyndhurst 1.1 mi 5.4
Franklin School Lyndhurst 1.1 mi 6.3
Roosevelt School Lyndhurst 1.1 mi 7.2
Lincoln School Rutherford 1.6 mi 4.6
Rutherford High School Rutherford 1.7 mi 5.3
North Arlington High School North Arlington 1.5 mi 5.3
George Washington Elementary School North Arlington 1.4 mi 5.7
QUEEN OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Arlington 1.6 mi 7.2
Washington School Rutherford 2.0 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL-EAST RUTHERFORD East Rutherford 2.1 mi
Susan B. Anthony Elementary School North Arlington 2.0 mi 6.5
Veterans Middle School North Arlington 2.0 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,021

Median Home Value

$496,000

Median Rent

$1,719/mo

Population

22,343

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

59.9%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

40.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community

What grades does Community serve?

Community serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Community?

Community has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community?

The student-teacher ratio at Community is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Community rank in NJ?

Community ranks #2,302 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Community's MySchoolScout rating?

Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Community a charter school?

No, Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Community a Title I school?

No, Community is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community?

6.4% of students at Community qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County

District

Lyndhurst Public School District
District Enrollment
2,661
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,343
District Rank
#9 of 9

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