Ramsey School District
School District · Ramsey, New Jersey
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,353
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,353
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Evaluating Ramsey School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Ramsey School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School
Ramsey · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Eric S. Smith Middle School
Ramsey · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School
Ramsey · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#21 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.7
above New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$32,353
+$6,744 vs New Jersey median
District size
2,418 students
Typical than New Jersey median
The short answer
Ramsey School District ranks #21 of 398 New Jersey districts by overall school rating. Ramsey School District's schools with real test data average 8.1/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School (9.4/10), Eric S. Smith Middle School (9.3/10), and Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School (7.9/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Ramsey School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Eric S. Smith Middle School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | John Y Dater Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Ramsey High School | 6.8 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Ramsey School District
Ramsey School District is a Ramsey, New Jersey school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,418 students with a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1. The district invests $32,353 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.1/10, Ramsey School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.4/10.
In standardized testing, Ramsey School District students show an average math proficiency of 72.3% and ELA proficiency of 76.9%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Ramsey School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Ramsey School District with test data.
Schools in Ramsey School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- Ramsey
- Total Enrollment
- 2,418
- Teachers (FTE)
- 249
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Ramsey School District?
Ramsey School District has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Ramsey School District?
The average composite rating for Ramsey School District is 8.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Ramsey School District?
Ramsey School District spends $32,353 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ramsey School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Ramsey School District is 9.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Ramsey School District?
Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Ramsey School District with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What are the test scores in Ramsey School District?
Across schools in Ramsey School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 72.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 76.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Ramsey School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
Ramsey School District has an average school rating of 8.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 72.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 76.9%
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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.
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