Excellent
#194 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 8% in state
River Dell Middle School
Middle School · River Dell Regional School District
230 WOODLAND AVENUE, River Edge, NJ 07661
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey middle schools
#28 of 441
In district
#1 of 2
River Dell Regional School District
Equity
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About River Dell Middle School
River Dell Middle School is a public middle school in River Edge, NJ, part of the River Dell Regional School District. The school serves approximately 570 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.2th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 69% proficiency in math, 36 points above the state average and 78% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $155,827, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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River Dell Middle School — Students at River Dell Middle School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 11 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: 8.4/10.
How River Dell Middle School Compares
See how River Dell Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 64% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 81% (2019) to 77% (2022).
Location
230 WOODLAND AVENUE, River Edge, NJ 07661
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Dell Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. East Brook Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paramus), with a very similar rating. Additionally, David E. Owens Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Milford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in River Edge, see our River Edge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge | 0.2 mi | — |
| River Dell Regional High School Oradell | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Roosevelt School River Edge | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| SINAI SCHOOL AT RYNJ River Edge | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA OF NORTH JERSEY River Edge | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Oradell Public School Oradell | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| New Milford High School New Milford | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PETER ACADEMY River Edge | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Berkley Street School New Milford | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Memorial Elementary School Paramus | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Cherry Hill School River Edge | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Parkway Elementary School Paramus | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| East Brook Middle School Paramus | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| BERGEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oradell | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford | 1.2 mi | — |
| DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL Paramus | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| David E. Owens Middle School New Milford | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07661 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$155,827
Median Home Value
$637,500
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
12,024
College Educated
70.8%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
42.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding River Dell Middle School has a median household income of $155,827. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $637,500, with a median rent of $1,811/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edison Middle School W. Orange, NJ | 8.4 |
| George G White Hillsdale, NJ | 8.4 |
| Holdrum Middle School River Vale, NJ | 8.4 |
| Montgomery Upper Middle School Skillman, NJ | 8.4 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains, NJ | 8.4 |
| Wall Intermediate School Wall, NJ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Dell Middle School
What grades does River Dell Middle School serve?
River Dell Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend River Dell Middle School?
River Dell Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Dell Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Dell Middle 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 River Dell Middle School rank in NJ?
River Dell Middle School is ranked #194 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is River Dell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Dell Middle School has a composite rating of 8.4 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 River Dell Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, River Dell Middle School has 69.0% math proficiency and 77.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is River Dell Middle School a charter school?
No, River Dell Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Dell Middle School a Title I school?
No, River Dell Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Dell Middle School?
0.9% of students at River Dell 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 599-7246
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
River Dell Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 1,609
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,621
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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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