Serving 240 students in grades 6-8, Alfred S. Faust Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred S. Faust Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alfred S. Faust Middle School's student population of 240 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alfred S. Faust Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred S. Faust Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1191 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
12%
11%
Hispanic
51%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
26%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred S. Faust Middle School's ranking?
Alfred S. Faust Middle School is ranked #1191 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Alfred S. Faust Middle School often compared to?
Alfred S. Faust Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Alfred S. Faust Middle School?
240 students attend Alfred S. Faust Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Alfred S. Faust Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred S. Faust Middle School?
Alfred S. Faust Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alfred S. Faust Middle School offer ?
Alfred S. Faust Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred S. Faust Middle School part of?
Alfred S. Faust Middle School is part of East Rutherford School District.
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