Serving 286 students in grades 5-8, Alfred S. Faust ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred S. Faust ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alfred S. Faust's student population of 286 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred S. Faust ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred S. Faust is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#975 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
49%
32%
Black
6%
15%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred S. Faust's ranking?
Alfred S. Faust is ranked #975 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alfred S. Faust often compared to?
Alfred S. Faustis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alfred S. Faust?
286 students attend Alfred S. Faust.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Alfred S. Faust students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred S. Faust?
Alfred S. Faust has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred S. Faust offer ?
Alfred S. Faust offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Alfred S. Faust part of?
Alfred S. Faust is part of East Rutherford School District.
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