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Ridgefield Park JR SR High School

High School · Ridgefield Park Public School District

1 OZZIE NELSON DRIVE, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Enrollment

1,157

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.5

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,212 of 2,466

In Ridgefield Park

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Ridgefield Park Public School District

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Ridgefield Park JR SR High School

6.5/10

High School in Ridgefield Park · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ridgefield Park JR SR High School

Ridgefield Park JR SR High School is a public high school in Ridgefield Park, NJ, part of Ridgefield Park Public School District. Ridgefield Park JR SR High School serves approximately 1,157 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgefield Park JR SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,212 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ridgefield Park JR SR High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+11.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation4.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,468
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Ridgefield Park JR SR High School — Students at Ridgefield Park JR SR High School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
76%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
24.4%
ELA
43.3%
2025
Math
35.2%
ELA
56.2%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Ridgefield Park JR SR High School Compares

See how Ridgefield Park JR SR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3.2
Sports
17
14 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
4.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
14 boys'·3 girls'·17 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

1 OZZIE NELSON DRIVE, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridgefield Park JR SR High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bogota Jr./Sr. High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bogota), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Leonia High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Leonia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HEICHAL HATORAH (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ridgefield Park, see our Ridgefield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.3 mi 6.7
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.7 mi 8.5
Grant Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.9 mi 6.1
NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park 0.8 mi
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 1.0 mi 5.1
Bogota Middle School Bogota 1.3 mi 6.2
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park 1.2 mi 5.3
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park 1.2 mi 6.6
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 1.4 mi 7.2
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 1.5 mi 7.4
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck 1.5 mi 6.2
Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park 1.3 mi 4.6
Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield 1.6 mi 6.7
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 1.4 mi
Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia 1.4 mi 6.5
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 1.7 mi 6.1
HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck 1.9 mi 6.7
Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck 1.8 mi 8.7
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 1.5 mi 8.2
Leonia High School Leonia 1.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,184

Median Home Value

$459,400

Median Rent

$1,633/mo

Population

13,167

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridgefield Park JR SR High School

What grades does Ridgefield Park JR SR High School serve?

Ridgefield Park JR SR High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Ridgefield Park JR SR High School?

Ridgefield Park JR SR High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,157 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgefield Park JR SR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridgefield Park JR SR High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridgefield Park JR SR High School rank in NJ?

Ridgefield Park JR SR High School ranks #1,212 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ridgefield Park JR SR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridgefield Park JR SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Ridgefield Park JR SR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgefield Park JR SR High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ridgefield Park JR SR High School a charter school?

No, Ridgefield Park JR SR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ridgefield Park JR SR High School a Title I school?

No, Ridgefield Park JR SR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgefield Park JR SR High School?

46.7% of students at Ridgefield Park JR SR 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,157
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Ridgefield Park Public School District
District Enrollment
2,144
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,468
District Rank
#3 of 4

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