Excellent
#399 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 16% in state
Pequannock Valley School
Middle School · Pequannock Township School District
493 Newark Pompton Tpke., Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#399 of 2,466
In Pompton Plains
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Pequannock Township School District
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Pequannock Valley School
Middle School in Pompton Plains · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pequannock Valley School
Pequannock Valley School is a public middle school in Pompton Plains, NJ, part of Pequannock Township School District. Pequannock Valley School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pequannock Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Pequannock Valley School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Pequannock Valley School — Students at Pequannock Valley School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
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: 8.1/10.
How Pequannock Valley School Compares
See how Pequannock Valley 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
493 Newark Pompton Tpke., Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pequannock Valley School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Schuyler Colfax Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wayne), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lincoln Park Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, George Washington Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wayne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pompton Plains, see our Pompton Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillview School Pompton Plains | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Pequannock Township High School Pompton Plains | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Stephen J. Gerace School Pequannock | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| North Boulevard School Pompton Plains | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pompton Plains | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CHANCELLOR ACADEMY Pompton Plains | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Riverdale School Riverdale | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Theunis Dey Elementary School Wayne | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln School Pompton Lakes | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| George Washington Middle School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Ryerson Elementary School Wayne | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Packanack Elementary School Wayne | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Lenox School Pompton Lakes | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Pompton Lakes High School Pompton Lakes | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,661
Median Home Value
$488,200
Median Rent
$3,297/mo
Population
10,766
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
53.3
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| Lakewood Middle School Lakewood, NJ | 8.0 |
| Mendham Township Middle School Brookside, NJ | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pequannock Valley School
What grades does Pequannock Valley School serve?
Pequannock Valley School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Pequannock Valley School?
Pequannock Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pequannock Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pequannock Valley School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pequannock Valley School rank in NJ?
Pequannock Valley School ranks #399 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Pequannock Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pequannock Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Pequannock Valley School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pequannock Valley School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pequannock Valley School a charter school?
No, Pequannock Valley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pequannock Valley School a Title I school?
No, Pequannock Valley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pequannock Valley School?
4.5% of students at Pequannock Valley 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
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (973) 616-6050
Resources & Links
District
Pequannock Township School District- District Enrollment
- 2,112
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,842
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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