Emil A. Cavallini Middle School

392 W Saddle River Rd
Saddle River, NJ 07458
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, Emil A. Cavallini Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 387 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 10% in NJ
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 81% (Top 10%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Emil A. Cavallini Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Emil A. Cavallini Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Emil A. Cavallini Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#125 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
76%
38%
81%
49%
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
66%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emil A. Cavallini Middle School's ranking?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is ranked #125 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Emil A. Cavallini Middle School often compared to?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Holdrum Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Emil A. Cavallini Middle School?
387 students attend Emil A. Cavallini Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Emil A. Cavallini Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emil A. Cavallini Middle School?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emil A. Cavallini Middle School offer ?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emil A. Cavallini Middle School part of?
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School is part of Upper Saddle River School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 387 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 81% (Top 10%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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