Serving 389 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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Emil A. Cavallini Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Saddle River school district, covering approximately 5.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 1.8 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Emil A. Cavallini Middle School's student population of 389 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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?
389 students attend Emil A. Cavallini Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Emil A. Cavallini Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% 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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