Excellent
#48 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 2% in state
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School
Middle School · Upper Saddle River School District
392 W SADDLE RIVER RD, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#48 of 2,466
In Upper Saddle River
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Upper Saddle River School District
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Emil A. Cavallini Middle School
Middle School in Upper Saddle River · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emil A. Cavallini Middle School
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is a public middle school in Upper Saddle River, NJ, part of Upper Saddle River School District. Emil A.
Cavallini Middle School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emil A. Cavallini Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Emil A. Cavallini Middle School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Emil A. Cavallini Middle School 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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Emil A. Cavallini Middle School — Students at Emil A. Cavallini Middle School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 8.3/10.
How Emil A. Cavallini Middle School Compares
See how Emil A. Cavallini Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
392 W SADDLE RIVER RD, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emil A. Cavallini Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fieldstone Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Montvale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHESTNUT RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Chestnut Ridge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Upper Saddle River, see our Upper Saddle River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$244,155
Median Home Value
$1,187,100
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
11,712
College Educated
75%
Homeownership
88.8%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Township Middle School Clinton, NJ | 9.1 |
| East Hanover Middle School East Hanover, NJ | 9.1 |
| Holdrum Middle School River Vale, NJ | 9.1 |
| Cedar Drive Middle School Colts Neck, NJ | 9.2 |
| Franklin Avenue Middle School Franklin Lakes, NJ | 9.2 |
| William R. Satz School Holmdel, NJ | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emil A. Cavallini Middle School
What grades does Emil A. Cavallini Middle School serve?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Emil A. Cavallini Middle School?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emil A. Cavallini Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emil A. Cavallini Middle School rank in NJ?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School ranks #48 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Emil A. Cavallini Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Emil A. Cavallini Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emil A. Cavallini Middle School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Emil A. Cavallini Middle School a charter school?
No, Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emil A. Cavallini Middle School a Title I school?
No, Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emil A. Cavallini Middle School?
0.8% of students at Emil A. Cavallini Middle School 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.7%
- Phone
- (201) 961-6400
Resources & Links
District
Upper Saddle River School District- District Enrollment
- 1,099
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,022
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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