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Very Good

#422 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 17% in state

Patrick M Villano School

Middle School · Emerson Public School District

175 Linwood Avenue, Emerson, NJ 07630

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.9

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#422 of 2,466

In Emerson

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Emerson Public School District

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

Middle School in Emerson · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Patrick M Villano School

Patrick M Villano School is a public middle school in Emerson, NJ, part of Emerson Public School District. Patrick M Villano School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Patrick M Villano School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #422 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Patrick M Villano School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Patrick M Villano School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time 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 Data16
Annual Change+2.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,609
Chronic Absenteeism7.2%

Patrick M Villano School — Students at Patrick M Villano School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
64.8%
ELA
63.4%
2025
Math
66.2%
ELA
66.8%

* 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 Patrick M Villano School Compares

See how Patrick M Villano School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
83th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

175 Linwood Avenue, Emerson, NJ 07630

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Patrick M Villano School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holdrum Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby River Vale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Regional Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, George G White (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hillsdale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Emerson, see our Emerson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson 0.3 mi 7.4
Memorial School Emerson 0.7 mi 7.6
Brookside Elementary School Westwood 1.1 mi 7.1
Berkeley Elementary Westwood 1.3 mi 6.3
Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood 1.1 mi 8.8
PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood 1.5 mi 8.6
Roberge Elementary School River Vale 1.5 mi 8.3
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell 1.6 mi 7.0
Oradell Public School Oradell 1.6 mi 6.9
BERGEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oradell 1.7 mi 5.1
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford 2.0 mi 7.5
New Milford High School New Milford 2.2 mi 6.5
Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont 2.0 mi 7.8
George G White Hillsdale 2.2 mi 8.5
River Dell Regional High School Oradell 2.2 mi 8.1
Jessie F. George Elementary Township Of Washington 1.9 mi 9.2
NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge 2.3 mi
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford 2.3 mi
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 1.9 mi
Holdrum Middle School River Vale 2.4 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,963

Median Home Value

$626,000

Median Rent

$1,926/mo

Population

7,263

College Educated

55.2%

Homeownership

89.1%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

47.9

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Green Brook Middle School Green Brook, NJ 8.0
Mendham Township Middle School Brookside, NJ 8.0
Alfred S. Faust Middle School East Rutherford, NJ 7.8
Indian Mills Memorial School Shamong, NJ 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Patrick M Villano School

What grades does Patrick M Villano School serve?

Patrick M Villano School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Patrick M Villano School?

Patrick M Villano School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Patrick M Villano School?

The student-teacher ratio at Patrick M Villano School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Patrick M Villano School rank in NJ?

Patrick M Villano School ranks #422 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Patrick M Villano School's MySchoolScout rating?

Patrick M Villano School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Patrick M Villano School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Patrick M Villano School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Patrick M Villano School a charter school?

No, Patrick M Villano School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Patrick M Villano School a Title I school?

No, Patrick M Villano School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Patrick M Villano School?

7.2% of students at Patrick M Villano 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

District

Emerson Public School District
District Enrollment
1,088
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,609
District Rank
#1 of 3

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