Serving 194 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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Little Falls Township Public School # 3's student population of 194 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hornets
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 0.54, 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
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
30%
34%
Black
2%
14%
White
61%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
194 students attend Little Falls Township Public School # 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Little Falls Township Public School # 3 students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Falls Township Public School # 3?
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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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