Needs Improvement
#2414 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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
Score
3.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
79:1
Score
3.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,414 of 2,466
In Paramus
#17 of 17
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Bergen County Vocational Technical School District
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Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology
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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 Bergen County Vocational Technical School District. Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 79:1 student-teacher ratio. Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,414 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology runs 79:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology — Students at Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
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.
Funding & Resources
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 8.3/10, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tenafly High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cresskill High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cresskill), which scores notably higher. 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 | 8.3 |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| 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 | 8.0 |
| Tenakill Middle School Closter | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Demarest Middle School Demarest | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 1.0 mi | — |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| County Road School Demarest | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Hillside Elementary School Closter | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Merritt Memorial Cresskill | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Harrington Park School Harrington Park | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| EPISCOPAL CHILD CARE SERVICES Norwood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
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
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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.
How does Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology rank in NJ?
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology ranks #2,414 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology's MySchoolScout rating?
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.8%
- Phone
- (201) 343-6000
Resources & Links
District
Bergen County Vocational Technical School District- District Enrollment
- 2,629
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,775
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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