RIDGEFIELD PARK JR SR HIGH SCHOOL

Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Ridgefield Park Public School District school district, located in RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ with about 1,232 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 87 teachers, Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ridgefield Park Junior-Senior High School, located at 1 Ozzie Nelson Drive in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local community, housing students in grades 7 through 12. As a combined junior and senior high school, it offers a continuous academic environment that allows for a cohesive educational experience as students transition from their middle school years into high school graduation. The school is deeply integrated into the small, tight-knit community of Ridgefield Park and emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff focus on both academic achievement and the personal development of their students.

The institution provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that includes college, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Beyond the standard core subjects, the school fosters a well-rounded student experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations. By balancing rigorous coursework with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Ridgefield Park Jr-Sr High School aims to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are well-equipped to contribute to their community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School at (201) 440-1440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1 OZZIE NELSON DRIVE
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 07660
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RIDGEFIELD PARK JR SR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ with about 1,232 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,232
Teachers:
87.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,232 students

Hispanic/Latino
53.7%
White
27.8%
Asian
12.1%
Black or African American
5.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.