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Fort Lee High School

High School · Fort Lee School District

3000 LEMOINE AVE, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

Enrollment

1,179

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,419 of 2,466

In Fort Lee

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Fort Lee School District

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6.1/10

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About Fort Lee High School

Fort Lee High School is a public high school in Fort Lee, NJ, part of Fort Lee School District. Fort Lee High School serves approximately 1,179 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Lee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,419 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Fort Lee High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation25.1%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,389
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Fort Lee High School — Students at Fort Lee High School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
46.2%
ELA
73.2%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
70.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Fort Lee High School Compares

See how Fort Lee High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
84 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
25.1% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·130 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3000 LEMOINE AVE, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Lee High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Upper School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Englewood Cliffs), which scores notably higher. Another option is School No. 1 (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS/IS 187 HUDSON CLIFFS (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby New York), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Lee, see our Fort Lee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
School No. 3 Fort Lee 0.5 mi 7.7
JAPANESE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY Englewood Cliffs 0.7 mi 5.4
School No. 1 Fort Lee 0.7 mi 8.3
CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee 0.7 mi 6.6
GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee 0.7 mi
SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee 0.8 mi
School No. 2 Fort Lee 0.7 mi 7.0
George Washington School Edgewater 1.1 mi 6.9
Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee 1.0 mi 7.3
Upper School Englewood Cliffs 1.3 mi 8.6
Leonia Middle School Leonia 1.2 mi 7.0
Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia 1.2 mi 6.5
THE MORIAH SCHOOL Englewood 1.8 mi 6.8
School No. 4 Fort Lee 1.6 mi 5.3
Leonia High School Leonia 1.5 mi 7.2
PS/IS 187 HUDSON CLIFFS New York 1.4 mi 8.2
PS 173 New York 1.5 mi 7.4
Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park 1.6 mi 4.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - WASHINGTON HEIGHTS New York 1.5 mi 5.9
SCHOOL IN THE SQUARE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL New York 1.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,594

Median Home Value

$422,200

Median Rent

$2,257/mo

Population

39,785

College Educated

64.8%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

34.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

47.2

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School Rating
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Dwight Morrow High School/Academies@Englewood Englewood, NJ 6.1
Manasquan High School Manasquan, NJ 6.1
Princeton High School Princeton, NJ 6.1
Bernards High School Bernardsville, NJ 6.0
Colts Neck High School Colts Neck, NJ 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Lee High School

What grades does Fort Lee High School serve?

Fort Lee High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Fort Lee High School?

Fort Lee High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,179 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Lee High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Lee High School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort Lee High School rank in NJ?

Fort Lee High School ranks #1,419 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Fort Lee High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Lee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Fort Lee High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Lee High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fort Lee High School a charter school?

No, Fort Lee High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fort Lee High School a Title I school?

No, Fort Lee High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Lee High School?

14.9% of students at Fort Lee High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,179
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
84
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Fort Lee School District
District Enrollment
4,076
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,389
District Rank
#5 of 6

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