Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Fallon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Fallon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Fallon Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
James Fallon Elementary School 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 James Fallon Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#608 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
1%
14%
White
72%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Fallon Elementary School's ranking?
James Fallon Elementary School is ranked #608 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are James Fallon Elementary School often compared to?
James Fallon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend James Fallon Elementary School?
369 students attend James Fallon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of James Fallon Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Fallon Elementary School?
James Fallon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Fallon Elementary School offer ?
James Fallon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Fallon Elementary School part of?
James Fallon Elementary School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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