Very Good
#502 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 20% in state
James Fallon Elementary School
Elementary School · Wayne Township Public School District
51 CLIFFORD DRIVE, Wayne, NJ 07470
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#502 of 2,466
In Wayne
#6 of 17
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
Wayne Township Public School District
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About James Fallon Elementary School
James Fallon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wayne, NJ, part of Wayne Township Public School District. James Fallon Elementary School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. James Fallon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for James Fallon Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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James Fallon Elementary School — Students at James Fallon Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 8.7/10.
How James Fallon Elementary School Compares
See how James Fallon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
51 CLIFFORD DRIVE, Wayne, NJ 07470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Fallon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Randall Carter Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ryerson Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Preakness Early Childhood Center (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne Valley High School Wayne | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 0.5 mi | — |
| Randall Carter Elementary School Wayne | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Packanack Elementary School Wayne | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKEVIEW LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 1.9 mi | — |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| George Washington Middle School Wayne | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Washington Park School Totowa | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Ryerson Elementary School Wayne | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY OF ST JAMES OF THE MARCHES Totowa | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Wayne Hills High School Wayne | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,561
Median Home Value
$596,700
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
54,131
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.7
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| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester, NJ | 7.8 |
| Central School Glen Rock, NJ | 7.8 |
| Clarendon School Secaucus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Community Park School Princeton, NJ | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Fallon Elementary School
What grades does James Fallon Elementary School serve?
James Fallon Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend James Fallon Elementary School?
James Fallon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Fallon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Fallon Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Fallon Elementary School rank in NJ?
James Fallon Elementary School ranks #502 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is James Fallon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Fallon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 James Fallon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Fallon Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Fallon Elementary School a charter school?
No, James Fallon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Fallon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, James Fallon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Fallon Elementary School?
5.4% of students at James Fallon Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (973) 633-3125
Resources & Links
District
Wayne Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,816
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,749
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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