Excellent
#188 of 2,466 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
8.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#188 of 2,466
In River Edge
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
River Dell Regional School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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River Dell Middle School
Middle School in River Edge · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Dell Middle School
River Dell Middle School is a public middle school in River Edge, NJ, part of River Dell Regional School District. River Dell Middle School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. River Dell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for River Dell Middle School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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River Dell Middle School — Students at River Dell Middle School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 7.3/10.
How River Dell Middle School Compares
See how River Dell Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paramus), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, David E. Owens Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New Milford), a more accessible option. 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 | 8.1 |
| Roosevelt School River Edge | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| 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 | 6.9 |
| New Milford High School New Milford | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| 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 | 5.1 |
| Memorial Elementary School Paramus | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Cherry Hill School River Edge | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Parkway Elementary School Paramus | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| East Brook Middle School Paramus | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| 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 | 6.9 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George G White Hillsdale, NJ | 8.5 |
| Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights, NJ | 8.5 |
| New Providence Middle School New Providence, NJ | 8.5 |
| Rosa Parks Community School Orange, NJ | 8.5 |
| Timberlane Middle School Pennington, NJ | 8.5 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville, NJ | 8.6 |
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 ranks #188 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is River Dell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Dell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 River Dell Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Dell Middle School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (201) 599-7246
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
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