Serving 217 students in grades 3-4, Little Falls Township Public School # 3 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Little Falls Township Public School # 3's student population of 217 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 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 # 3 is 0.57, 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
#524 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
28%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
59%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Falls Township Public School # 3's ranking?
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 is ranked #524 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Little Falls Township Public School # 3?
217 students attend Little Falls Township Public School # 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Little Falls Township Public School # 3 students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Falls Township Public School # 3?
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Little Falls Township Public School # 3 offer ?
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little Falls Township Public School # 3 part of?
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 is part of Little Falls Township Public School District.
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