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#523 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Little Falls Township Public School # 1

Middle School · Little Falls Township Public School District

Little Falls School # 1 32 Stevens Avenue, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Enrollment

381

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Little Falls

#1 of 4

public schools

New Jersey middle schools

#78 of 441

In district

#1 of 3

Little Falls Township Public School District

Equity

8.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Little Falls Township Public School # 1

Little Falls Township Public School #1 serves 381 students in grades 5 through 8, offering a focused middle school experience in Little Falls, New Jersey. With 43 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an impressive 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio, providing opportunities for more individualized attention during these crucial developmental years. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #402 out of 2,475 schools statewide, placing it in the 84th percentile among New Jersey schools.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 74% achieving proficiency or above across all grade levels. Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, as 48% of students perform at or above proficient levels. The school draws from an educated and economically stable community, where 44% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $106,107.

With a low poverty rate of 7.1% and median home values of $449,700, the ZIP code reflects a well-established suburban environment that values education. Located on Stevens Avenue in this large suburban area of Passaic County, Little Falls School #1 serves families in a community that combines small-town character with proximity to urban opportunities.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Little Falls Township Public School # 1 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74%
Math vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency61%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment6.6Above Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,500

Little Falls Township Public School # 1 — Students at Little Falls Township Public School # 1 score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.8%
School
State
35.2%
ELA Proficiency 74.9%
School
State
53.5%

Based on 16 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
64%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
74%
2024
Math
65.4%
ELA
77%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Little Falls Township Public School # 1 Compares

See how Little Falls Township Public School # 1 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
6.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers

Location

Little Falls School # 1 32 Stevens Avenue, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Falls Township Public School # 1 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gould/Mountain Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby N. Caldwell), with a very similar rating. Another option is Memorial Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Woodland Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Washington Park School (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Totowa), a more accessible option. For more schools in Little Falls, see our Little Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
North End Elementary School Cedar Grove 0.6 mi 7.6
Passaic Valley Regional High School Little Falls 0.7 mi 5.9
Little Falls Township Public School # 2 Little Falls 0.8 mi 6.5
BANYAN UPPER SCHOOL Little Falls 0.9 mi 6.5
MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Falls 1.0 mi 7.1
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 Little Falls 1.1 mi 4.9
Memorial Middle School Woodland Park 1.3 mi 7.0
Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park 1.3 mi 4.1
Washington Park School Totowa 1.7 mi 6.5
Grandview Elementary School N. Caldwell 1.4 mi 7.7
Memorial Middle School Cedar Grove 1.9 mi 5.8
Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove 2.0 mi 7.0
Essex Junior Academy Cedar Grove 2.0 mi
ACADEMY OF ST JAMES OF THE MARCHES Totowa 1.9 mi 6.1
Charles Olbon School Woodland Park 1.7 mi 5.5
Memorial School Totowa 2.0 mi 2.5
PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne 2.3 mi 7.0
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cedar Grove 2.4 mi 5.0
School One Woodland Park 2.1 mi 6.3
Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell 2.2 mi 7.5

Neighborhood 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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Little Falls Township Public School # 1 has a median household income of $104,122. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $477,300, with a median rent of $1,771/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Falls Township Public School # 1

What grades does Little Falls Township Public School # 1 serve?

Little Falls Township Public School # 1 serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Little Falls Township Public School # 1?

Little Falls Township Public School # 1 has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Falls Township Public School # 1?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Falls Township Public School # 1 rank in NJ?

Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is ranked #523 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Little Falls Township Public School # 1's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Falls Township Public School # 1 has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Little Falls Township Public School # 1?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Little Falls Township Public School # 1 has 58.8% math proficiency and 74.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Little Falls Township Public School # 1 a charter school?

No, Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Falls Township Public School # 1 a Title I school?

No, Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Falls Township Public School # 1?

21.3% of students at Little Falls Township Public School # 1 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable
County Safety
Low (3/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Little Falls Township Public School District
District Enrollment
935
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,405
District Rank
#1 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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