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#781 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 32% in state

Leonia High School

High School · Leonia Public School District

100 Christie Heights Street, Leonia, NJ 07605

Enrollment

814

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#781 of 2,466

In Leonia

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Leonia Public School District

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Leonia High School

7.2/10

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

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About Leonia High School

Leonia High School is a public high school in Leonia, NJ, part of Leonia Public School District. Leonia High School serves approximately 814 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Leonia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Leonia High School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation37.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,221
Chronic Absenteeism4.7%

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.1% (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
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
57.2%
ELA
65.7%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
70.2%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Leonia High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
37.2% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

100 Christie Heights Street, Leonia, NJ 07605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leonia High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. School No. 1 (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School No. 3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Leonia, see our Leonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Leonia Middle School Leonia 0.3 mi 7.0
Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia 0.7 mi 6.5
FUSION ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Englewood 0.8 mi
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck 0.8 mi 6.2
School No. 2 Fort Lee 1.0 mi 7.0
GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee 1.0 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 1.2 mi 7.4
NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park 1.4 mi
Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park 1.6 mi 4.6
Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee 1.5 mi 7.3
School No. 3 Fort Lee 1.3 mi 7.7
CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee 1.5 mi 6.6
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park 1.6 mi 6.6
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck 1.5 mi 3.7
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park 1.7 mi 5.3
HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck 1.5 mi 6.7
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck 1.7 mi 7.8
SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee 1.7 mi
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Englewood 1.6 mi
School No. 1 Fort Lee 1.7 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,476

Median Home Value

$634,500

Median Rent

$2,122/mo

Population

9,333

College Educated

60.7%

Homeownership

69.5%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leonia High School

What grades does Leonia High School serve?

Leonia High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Leonia High School?

Leonia High School has an enrollment of approximately 814 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leonia High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Leonia High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leonia High School rank in NJ?

Leonia High School ranks #781 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Leonia High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leonia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Leonia High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leonia High School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leonia High School a charter school?

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

Is Leonia High School a Title I school?

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

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

21.3% of students at Leonia 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Leonia Public School District
District Enrollment
2,087
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,221
District Rank
#1 of 3

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