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#1164 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 47% in state

Wallington Junior Senior High School

High School · Wallington Boro School District

234 MAIN AVE, Wallington, NJ 07057

Enrollment

566

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,164 of 2,466

In Wallington

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Wallington Boro School District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Wallington Junior Senior High School

6.6/10

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

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7.5/10

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About Wallington Junior Senior High School

Wallington Junior Senior High School is a public high school in Wallington, NJ, part of Wallington Boro School District. Wallington Junior Senior High School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallington Junior Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,164 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Wallington Junior Senior High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation7.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,340
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Wallington Junior Senior High School — Students at Wallington Junior Senior High School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (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
72%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
33.2%
ELA
57.4%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
60.8%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Wallington Junior Senior High School Compares

See how Wallington Junior Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
7.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·19 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

234 MAIN AVE, Wallington, NJ 07057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wallington Junior Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lodi), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Passaic High School No. 12 (rated 3.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Passaic), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wallington, see our Wallington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School Wallington 0.2 mi 7.5
Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington 0.5 mi 3.7
McKenzie School East Rutherford 0.7 mi 8.4
James Madison School #10 Garfield 0.9 mi 6.8
Abraham Lincoln School #6 Garfield 0.9 mi 8.2
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 Passaic 0.8 mi 5.6
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School Wood-Ridge 0.8 mi 8.3
Etta Gero School No. 9 Passaic 1.0 mi 4.3
Carlstadt Public School Carlstadt 1.0 mi 7.2
FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi 1.0 mi
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn 0.9 mi 6.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi 1.1 mi 6.3
NOBLE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Passaic 1.0 mi 6.5
Roosevelt School #7 Garfield 1.3 mi 5.0
Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic 1.2 mi
Muhammad Ali School Number 23 Passaic 1.2 mi 6.9
Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 Passaic 1.3 mi 4.7
Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic 1.3 mi 5.1
Union School Rutherford 1.4 mi 8.8
Passaic High School No. 12 Passaic 1.1 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,422

Median Home Value

$493,700

Median Rent

$1,568/mo

Population

11,825

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

38.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wallington Junior Senior High School

What grades does Wallington Junior Senior High School serve?

Wallington Junior Senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Wallington Junior Senior High School?

Wallington Junior Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallington Junior Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wallington Junior Senior High School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wallington Junior Senior High School rank in NJ?

Wallington Junior Senior High School ranks #1,164 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Wallington Junior Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wallington Junior Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Wallington Junior Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallington Junior Senior High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wallington Junior Senior High School a charter school?

No, Wallington Junior Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wallington Junior Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Wallington Junior Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallington Junior Senior High School?

36.2% of students at Wallington Junior Senior 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
81 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Wallington Boro School District
District Enrollment
1,245
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,340
District Rank
#2 of 3

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