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Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology
High School · Bergen County Vocational Technical School District
540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
79:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
79:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology is a public high school in Paramus, NJ, part of the Bergen County Vocational Technical School District. The school serves approximately 237 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 79:1. Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 70% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $139,707, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology is 79:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 237 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 79:1
- Address
- 540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
- Phone
- (201) 343-6000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
How Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology Compares
See how Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
540 Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest (rated 8.8/10, in nearby Demarest). Another option is Tenafly High School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Tenafly). Additionally, Cresskill High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cresskill). For more schools in Paramus, see our Paramus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest Demarest | 0.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY INC. Closter | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Haworth Public School Haworth | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Tenakill Middle School Closter | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Demarest Middle School Demarest | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 1.0 mi | — |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| County Road School Demarest | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Hillside Elementary School Closter | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Merritt Memorial Cresskill | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Harrington Park School Harrington Park | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| EPISCOPAL CHILD CARE SERVICES Norwood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,707
Median Home Value
$736,000
Median Rent
$2,845/mo
Population
26,500
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
49.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology has a median household income of $139,707. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $736,000, with a median rent of $2,845/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden, NJ | 4.8 |
| The Barack Obama Green Charter High School Plainfield, NJ | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology
What grades does Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology serve?
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology?
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology?
The student-teacher ratio at Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology is 79:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology has 49.5% math proficiency and 69.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology a charter school?
No, Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology a Title I school?
No, Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,928/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Paramus). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 79:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 343-6000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Bergen County Vocational Technical School District- District Enrollment
- 2,629
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,775
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