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Top 44% in state

Indian Hills High School

High School · Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District

97 YAWPO AVE, Oakland, NJ 07436

Enrollment

694

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,091 of 2,466

In Oakland

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Hills High School

6.7/10

High School in Oakland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Indian Hills High School

Indian Hills High School is a public high school in Oakland, NJ, part of Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District. Indian Hills High School serves approximately 694 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,091 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Hills High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Indian Hills High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-11.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.2 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation36.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,905
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Indian Hills High School — Students at Indian Hills High School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.9% (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
86%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
61%
ELA
80.2%
2025
Math
48.2%
ELA
70.4%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Indian Hills High School Compares

See how Indian Hills High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
30
15 boys' · 15 girls'
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
36.5% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
15 boys'·15 girls'·59 teams (incl. JV)·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

97 YAWPO AVE, Oakland, NJ 07436

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARNSTABLE ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ramapo High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Franklin Lakes), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wayne Hills High School (rated 6.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Wayne), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
THE NEW JERSEY JAPANESE SCHOOL Oakland 0.5 mi 6.8
Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes 0.7 mi 7.5
REED ACADEMY Oakland 0.8 mi 7.0
Heights Elementary School Oakland 0.9 mi 8.2
Dogwood Hill Elementary School Oakland 0.7 mi 9.3
Valley Middle School Oakland 0.8 mi 7.2
CTC Oakland 1.0 mi 7.8
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OAKLAND Oakland 1.1 mi
Manito Elementary School Oakland 1.3 mi 7.6
BARNSTABLE ACADEMY Oakland 1.4 mi 7.1
GERRARD BERMAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland 1.2 mi 8.2
Franklin Avenue Middle School Franklin Lakes 1.5 mi 9.2
ACADEMY OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT Franklin Lakes 2.2 mi 6.1
High Mountain Road School Franklin Lakes 2.4 mi 9.3
Ramapo High School Franklin Lakes 2.6 mi 6.4
Woodside Avenue School Franklin Lakes 2.5 mi 9.2
Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne 3.1 mi 6.6
EASTERN CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Wyckoff 3.0 mi 6.3
Wayne Hills High School Wayne 3.7 mi 6.4
Lakeside School Pompton Lakes 3.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$162,763

Median Home Value

$566,900

Median Rent

$1,466/mo

Population

12,676

College Educated

54.4%

Homeownership

91.8%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

41.9

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Camden County Technical School-Pennsauken Pennsauken, NJ 6.8
DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne, NJ 6.8
David Brearley Middle/High School Kenilworth, NJ 6.8
Glen Rock High School Glen Rock, NJ 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Hills High School

What grades does Indian Hills High School serve?

Indian Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Indian Hills High School?

Indian Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 694 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Hills High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Hills High School rank in NJ?

Indian Hills High School ranks #1,091 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Indian Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Indian Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Hills High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Indian Hills High School a charter school?

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

Is Indian Hills High School a Title I school?

No, Indian Hills High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Hills High School?

5.0% of students at Indian Hills 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District
District Enrollment
1,914
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,905
District Rank
#1 of 2

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