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Top 43% in state

Saddle Brook Middle/high School

High School · Saddle Brook School District

355 MAYHILL STREET, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663

Enrollment

804

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,048 of 2,466

In Saddle Brook

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Saddle Brook School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Saddle Brook Middle/high School

6.8/10

High School in Saddle Brook · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Saddle Brook Middle/high School

Saddle Brook Middle/high School is a public high school in Saddle Brook, NJ, part of Saddle Brook School District. Saddle Brook Middle/high School serves approximately 804 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Saddle Brook Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,048 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Saddle Brook Middle/high School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation9.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,376
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Saddle Brook Middle/high School — Students at Saddle Brook Middle/high School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
64%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
30.9%
ELA
60.4%
2025
Math
38.9%
ELA
61.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Saddle Brook Middle/high School Compares

See how Saddle Brook Middle/high School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
16
7 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
9.2% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
7 boys'·9 girls'·25 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

355 MAYHILL STREET, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saddle Brook Middle/high School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SAGE DAY AT ROCHELLE PARK (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Rochelle Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lodi High School (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lodi), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saddle Brook, see our Saddle Brook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington School Saddle Brook 0.6 mi 5.3
Helen I. Smith School Saddle Brook 0.6 mi 8.1
NURSERY RHYMES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Saddle Brook 0.7 mi
SAGE DAY AT ROCHELLE PARK Rochelle Park 0.7 mi 7.4
Franklin School Saddle Brook 0.9 mi 6.7
Midland School #1 Rochelle Park 0.7 mi 5.8
Salome H. Long Memorial School Saddle Brook 1.0 mi 8.4
Lodi High School Lodi 1.2 mi 5.1
Thomas Jefferson School #9 Garfield 1.3 mi 6.9
Garfield Public Preschool Annex Garfield 1.5 mi 5.4
CTC ACADEMY - FAIR LAWN Fair Lawn 1.4 mi 6.9
Columbus School Lodi 1.5 mi 7.0
Washington School Lodi 1.5 mi 7.7
Garfield Public Preschool 3 at Headstart Garfield 1.6 mi 5.8
Warren Point Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.6 mi 6.3
MARGARET P MUSCARELLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garfield 1.7 mi
RIDGEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Paramus 1.8 mi 7.2
Maywood Campus Maywood 1.5 mi 8.1
ST LEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmwood Park 1.5 mi 6.5
Maywood Avenue School Maywood 1.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,935

Median Home Value

$473,700

Median Rent

$2,018/mo

Population

14,349

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saddle Brook Middle/high School

What grades does Saddle Brook Middle/high School serve?

Saddle Brook Middle/high School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Saddle Brook Middle/high School?

Saddle Brook Middle/high School has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saddle Brook Middle/high School?

The student-teacher ratio at Saddle Brook Middle/high School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saddle Brook Middle/high School rank in NJ?

Saddle Brook Middle/high School ranks #1,048 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Saddle Brook Middle/high School's MySchoolScout rating?

Saddle Brook Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Saddle Brook Middle/high School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saddle Brook Middle/high School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Saddle Brook Middle/high School a charter school?

No, Saddle Brook Middle/high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Saddle Brook Middle/high School a Title I school?

No, Saddle Brook Middle/high School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saddle Brook Middle/high School?

23.5% of students at Saddle Brook Middle/high 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Saddle Brook School District
District Enrollment
1,848
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,376
District Rank
#3 of 5

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