Best Schools in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ridgefield Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Ridgefield Park Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Elementary · Ridgefield Park Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ridgefield Park JR SR High School
High · Ridgefield Park Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ridgefield Park for 2026 are Lincoln Elementary School (8.5/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (6.7/10), and Ridgefield Park JR SR High School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$459,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$459,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ridgefield Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Roosevelt Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Ridgefield Park JR SR High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Grant Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $98,184
- Median home value
- $459,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ridgefield Park compares
New Jersey rank
#105 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$98k
83% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
Ridgefield Park, New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Ridgefield Park show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ridgefield Park is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ridgefield Park is served by 1 school district: Ridgefield Park Public School District. These districts collectively serve 2,144 students.
Ridgefield Park's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,184. The poverty rate in the area is 13.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 341 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 338 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 204 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,157 students · 7th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Ridgefield Park
Ridgefield Park, New Jersey · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$98,184
Median Home Value
$459,400
Median Rent
$1,633/mo
Population
13,167
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
13.0%
Community Profile
Ridgefield Park has a median household income of $98,184. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $459,400, with a median rent of $1,633/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
How many schools are in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
Ridgefield Park has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ridgefield Park is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Ridgefield Park on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ridgefield Park on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Ridgefield Park on MySchoolScout is Ridgefield Park JR SR High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
Ridgefield Park is served by 1 school district: Ridgefield Park Public School District.
What is the education level in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Ridgefield Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
The median household income in Ridgefield Park is approximately $98,184 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ridgefield Park is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.