Serving 392 students in grades 5-8, Little Falls Township Public School # 1 ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Little Falls Township Public School # 1 serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 2.9 square miles in Little Falls, NJ. Most families in the area can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Little Falls Township Public School # 1's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 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 Calendar
School Rankings
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is 0.55, 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
#613 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Falls Township Public School # 1's ranking?
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is ranked #613 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Little Falls Township Public School # 1 often compared to?
Little Falls Township Public School # 1is often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Little Falls Township Public School # 1?
392 students attend Little Falls Township Public School # 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Little Falls Township Public School # 1 students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Falls Township Public School # 1?
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Little Falls Township Public School # 1 offer ?
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little Falls Township Public School # 1 part of?
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 is part of Little Falls Township Public School District.
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